Serving 404 students in grades 3-7, Seneca Intermediate 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 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-7
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seneca Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Salamanca, NY, covering approximately 66.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seneca Intermediate School's student population of 404 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seneca Intermediate 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 Seneca Intermediate School is 0.68, 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
#3744 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
33%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
42%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
18%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Intermediate School's ranking?
Seneca Intermediate School is ranked #3744 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Seneca Intermediate School?
404 students attend Seneca Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Seneca Intermediate School students are White, 33% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Intermediate School?
Seneca Intermediate School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seneca Intermediate School offer ?
Seneca Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca Intermediate School part of?
Seneca Intermediate School is part of Salamanca City School District.
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