Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Avenue Elementary School serves the southeast part of Saratoga Springs, NY, covering an attendance zone of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families in the zone can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Avenue Elementary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Avenue Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#551 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
86%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Avenue Elementary School is ranked #551 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lake Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caroline Street Elementary School, Division Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lake Avenue Elementary School?
382 students attend Lake Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lake Avenue Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Avenue Elementary School?
Lake Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lake Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Lake Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Avenue Elementary School part of?
Lake Avenue Elementary School is part of Saratoga Springs City School District.
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