Serving 247 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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: A J Schmidt Elementary School serves the southwest area of Angola, NY, covering approximately 34.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
A J Schmidt Elementary School's student population of 247 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2926 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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?
247 students attend A J Schmidt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of A J Schmidt Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A J Schmidt Elementary School?
A J Schmidt Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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