Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-4, George Southard 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Southard Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
George Southard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Southard Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#2143 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Southard Elementary School's ranking?
George Southard Elementary School is ranked #2143 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George Southard Elementary School often compared to?
George Southard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Roy Kelley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend George Southard Elementary School?
356 students attend George Southard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of George Southard Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Southard Elementary School?
George Southard Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Southard Elementary School offer ?
George Southard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Southard Elementary School part of?
George Southard Elementary School is part of Lockport City School District.
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