Serving 305 students in grades 3-4, Wayne Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne Central Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayne Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Central Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1292 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
92%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Central Elementary School's ranking?
Wayne Central Elementary School is ranked #1292 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Wayne Central Elementary School often compared to?
Wayne Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne Central Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Wayne Central Elementary School?
305 students attend Wayne Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wayne Central Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Central Elementary School?
Wayne Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wayne Central Elementary School offer ?
Wayne Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Central Elementary School part of?
Wayne Central Elementary School is part of Wayne Central School District.
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