Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Newfane Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newfane Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Newfane, NY, encompassing approximately 58.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the nearest edge and extending up to 6.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newfane Elementary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newfane 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 Newfane Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1940 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newfane Elementary School's ranking?
Newfane Elementary School is ranked #1940 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Newfane Elementary School often compared to?
Newfane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royalton-hartland Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Newfane Elementary School?
467 students attend Newfane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Newfane Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newfane Elementary School?
Newfane Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newfane Elementary School offer ?
Newfane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newfane Elementary School part of?
Newfane Elementary School is part of Newfane Central School District.
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