Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sullivan West 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 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sullivan West Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 255.7 square miles around Jeffersonville, NY. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 18.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sullivan West Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sullivan West 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 Sullivan West Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#3029 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
81%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sullivan West Elementary School's ranking?
Sullivan West Elementary School is ranked #3029 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sullivan West Elementary School often compared to?
Sullivan West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Ross Mackenzie Elementary School, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School, Livingston Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sullivan West Elementary School?
553 students attend Sullivan West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sullivan West Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sullivan West Elementary School?
Sullivan West Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sullivan West Elementary School offer ?
Sullivan West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sullivan West Elementary School part of?
Sullivan West Elementary School is part of Sullivan West Central School District.
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