Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, J E Lanigan 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 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
J E Lanigan School's student population of 422 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Motto
Dragons are Driven, Dragons are Wise, Dragons are Resilient
School Rankings
J E Lanigan 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 J E Lanigan School is 0.15, 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
#3982 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J E Lanigan School's ranking?
J E Lanigan School is ranked #3982 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend J E Lanigan School?
422 students attend J E Lanigan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of J E Lanigan School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J E Lanigan School?
J E Lanigan School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does J E Lanigan School offer ?
J E Lanigan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J E Lanigan School part of?
J E Lanigan School is part of Fulton City School District.
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