Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Jacket Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Jacket Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Shortsville, NY, covering approximately 34.3 square miles. Typically, it takes parents about 5-10 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Jacket Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We will challenge all learners and work in partnership with students, parents, and the community to achieve high standards.
School Rankings
Red Jacket Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Jacket Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#2311 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Red Jacket Elementary School's ranking?
Red Jacket Elementary School is ranked #2311 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Red Jacket Elementary School often compared to?
Red Jacket Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Jacket High School, Canandaigua Academy, Canandaigua Primary-elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Red Jacket Elementary School?
323 students attend Red Jacket Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Red Jacket Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Jacket Elementary School?
Red Jacket Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Red Jacket Elementary School offer ?
Red Jacket Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Jacket Elementary School part of?
Red Jacket Elementary School is part of Manchester-Shortsville Central School District (Red Jacket).
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