C Grant Grimshaw School

5957 Us Rt 20w
La Fayette, NY 13084
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, C Grant Grimshaw School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

C Grant Grimshaw School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

C Grant Grimshaw School's student population of 321 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Rankings

C Grant Grimshaw School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C Grant Grimshaw School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#2877 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25-29%
55%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of C Grant Grimshaw School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
55-59%
62%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of C Grant Grimshaw School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
21%
1%
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Asian
n/a
10%
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Hispanic
1%
29%
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Black
1%
16%
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White
76%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.38
This chart display the diversity score of C Grant Grimshaw School and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in C Grant Grimshaw School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in C Grant Grimshaw School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is C Grant Grimshaw School's ranking?
C Grant Grimshaw School is ranked #2877 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are C Grant Grimshaw School often compared to?
C Grant Grimshaw Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend C Grant Grimshaw School?
321 students attend C Grant Grimshaw School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of C Grant Grimshaw School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C Grant Grimshaw School?
C Grant Grimshaw School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does C Grant Grimshaw School offer ?
C Grant Grimshaw School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is C Grant Grimshaw School part of?
C Grant Grimshaw School is part of Lafayette Central School District.

School Reviews

5   5/1/2007
The facility is old, and in much need of improvement. Water and heating seems to be an issue. The principal is a fantastic leader. There is a pleasant and caring atmosphere within the school. Parents are encouraged to be involved and there is a variety of ways to do that.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 321 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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