The top reported proficiency rate is 88% in Math. The lowest is 71% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on New Visions Elementary School
New Visions Elementary School is a public elementary school in Freeport, Nassau County, serving kindergarten through fourth grade. The school enrolls a population that is predominantly Hispanic and Black, with a substantial share of students from low-income households. About two-thirds of the enrollment qualifies for free or reduced-price meals, reflecting the economic profile of the neighborhoods it draws from.
In mathematics, the school's tested grades show solid to strong performance. Fourth graders outperform third graders on state assessments, with the upper grade reaching proficiency at a notably high rate. Third-grade mathematics proficiency sits in the mid-to-high range. Across the tested grades in math, the school's overall proficiency index places it in the top quartile relative to other districts in Nassau County, a meaningful distinction in a county with many higher-resourced districts.
English language arts proficiency is lower than mathematics performance. Third grade shows more modest proficiency, while fourth grade falls further behind the mathematics trend at the same grade. The gap between fourth-grade math and ELA proficiency is notable, suggesting that writing and reading comprehension may warrant closer attention than numeracy. Science proficiency data are available only from 2021-22 and show a proficiency rate around three-quarters. Because state testing does not cover earlier elementary grades, this school has no formal performance measures for kindergarten through second grade.
The school is part of the Freeport Union Free School District, which serves a densely populated village on Long Island's South Shore, marked by significant demographic diversity and maritime heritage anchored by the Nautical Mile waterfront. Freeport itself has a largely flat to slightly declining population and an aging housing stock, though the village and state have pursued downtown revitalization tied to the Long Island Rail Road station and Main Street corridor. Housing values in the broader Freeport ZIP code are mid-range for Long Island, and rents reflect modest affordability pressures relative to local income.
The district has maintained property tax restraint over the past decade, including reductions in several years, a stability that appeals to families weighing housing costs. The district has also expanded academic offerings at the high school level, adding courses in computer science, cybersecurity, quantum mathematics, and American Sign Language, with significant AP course depth. Capital improvements funded through reserve propositions and an energy performance contract have upgraded HVAC, roofing, and facility conditions across school buildings. These district-level changes reflect investment in both fiscal discipline and program breadth relevant to families considering the school's pathway from elementary through secondary.
The school's enrollment is small to moderate for its grade band, with roughly balanced cohorts across the grades. Demographic data on special education and English learner populations are not available in the sources reviewed, so a parent may want to look into this further with the school if those services are relevant to their family. State testing participation rates are generally strong, though fourth-grade ELA participation at around two-thirds is lower than other grade-subject combinations, a detail worth clarifying with the school.
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