Lake Pleasant School

120 Elm Lake Rd
Speculator, NY 12164
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 65 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 3:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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-8
  • Enrollment: 65 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : Top 30% in NY
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Lake Pleasant School's student population of 65 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

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 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1185 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
50-59%
52%
70-79%
49%
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
65 students attend Lake Pleasant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lake Pleasant School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 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 3:1, 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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 65 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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