Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Altmar-parish-williamstown 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 173.3 square miles around Parish, NY. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School's student population of 580 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
580 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Academics at its Best - Pursuit of Excellence - Where Students Come First
School Rankings
Altmar-parish-williamstown 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 Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#3915 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School's ranking?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School is ranked #3915 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School often compared to?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mexico Elementary School, Sandy Creek Elementary School, Pulaski Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School?
580 students attend Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School offer ?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School part of?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Elementary School is part of Altmar-Parish-Williamstown Central School District.
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