Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lawrence Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lawrence Avenue Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Potsdam, NY, covering approximately 95.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Lawrence Avenue Elementary 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 Lawrence Avenue Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#902 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
85%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Lawrence Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lawrence Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Lawrence Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like F S Banford Elementary School, Saint Lawrence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Avenue Elementary School?
526 students attend Lawrence Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lawrence Avenue Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence Avenue Elementary School?
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lawrence Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lawrence Avenue Elementary School part of?
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School is part of Potsdam Central School District.
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