Serving 241 students in grades Kindergarten-5, A J Schmidt Elementary 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A J Schmidt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
A J Schmidt Elementary School's student population of 241 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
A J Schmidt Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A J Schmidt Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#2926 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
79%
40%
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
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A J Schmidt Elementary School's ranking?
A J Schmidt Elementary School is ranked #2926 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend A J Schmidt Elementary School?
241 students attend A J Schmidt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of A J Schmidt Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A J Schmidt Elementary School?
A J Schmidt Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does A J Schmidt Elementary School offer ?
A J Schmidt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is A J Schmidt Elementary School part of?
A J Schmidt Elementary School is part of Evans-Brant Central School District (Lake Shore).
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