Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Samuel G Love 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 58% 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-4
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Samuel G. Love Elementary School serves the northwest part of Jamestown, NY, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Samuel G Love Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samuel G Love 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 Samuel G Love Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#3726 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
42%
39%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel G Love Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel G Love Elementary School is ranked #3726 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Samuel G Love Elementary School?
289 students attend Samuel G Love Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Samuel G Love Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel G Love Elementary School?
Samuel G Love Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samuel G Love Elementary School offer ?
Samuel G Love Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Samuel G Love Elementary School part of?
Samuel G Love Elementary School is part of Jamestown City School District.
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