Serving 368 students in grades 3-5, Lenape Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lenape Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New Paltz, NY, encompassing approximately 82.6 square miles and typically requiring a 10-15 minute drive to reach the school from various points within the area. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 6 miles, with the furthest edge located 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lenape Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
368 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lenape Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lenape Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1417 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lenape Elementary School's ranking?
Lenape Elementary School is ranked #1417 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lenape Elementary School?
368 students attend Lenape Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lenape Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lenape Elementary School?
Lenape Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lenape Elementary School offer ?
Lenape Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lenape Elementary School part of?
Lenape Elementary School is part of New Paltz Central School District.
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