Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Saint Lawrence Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint Lawrence Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Brasher Falls, NY, covering approximately 171.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saint Lawrence Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Working to ensure ALL students attain their maximum potential in the future.
School Rankings
Saint Lawrence 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 Saint Lawrence Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#2725 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
93%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Saint Lawrence Elementary School's ranking?
Saint Lawrence Elementary School is ranked #2725 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Saint Lawrence Elementary School often compared to?
Saint Lawrence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Saint Lawrence Elementary School?
369 students attend Saint Lawrence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Saint Lawrence Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Lawrence Elementary School?
Saint Lawrence Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saint Lawrence Elementary School offer ?
Saint Lawrence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saint Lawrence Elementary School part of?
Saint Lawrence Elementary School is part of Brasher Falls Central School District.
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