Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Court Street 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Court Street Elementary School serves the southern part of Lancaster, NY, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with most living about 1.3 miles away from its edge and some at a maximum distance of 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Court Street Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Court Street Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Court Street Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1313 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Court Street Elementary School's ranking?
Court Street Elementary School is ranked #1313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Court Street Elementary School often compared to?
Court Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Como Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Court Street Elementary School?
285 students attend Court Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Court Street Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Court Street Elementary School?
Court Street Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Court Street Elementary School offer ?
Court Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Court Street Elementary School part of?
Court Street Elementary School is part of Lancaster Central School District.
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