Serving 67 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Pleasant School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Pleasant School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 194.1 square miles in Speculator, NY. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 23.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Pleasant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Pleasant School's student population of 67 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
67 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Lake Pleasant School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Pleasant School is 0.02, 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
#1185 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
99%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Pleasant School's ranking?
Lake Pleasant School is ranked #1185 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lake Pleasant School?
67 students attend Lake Pleasant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lake Pleasant School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Pleasant School?
Lake Pleasant School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lake Pleasant School offer ?
Lake Pleasant School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Pleasant School part of?
Lake Pleasant School is part of Lake Pleasant Central School District.
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