Serving 680 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary School serves the southwest part of Buffalo, NY, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 2.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 680 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
680 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1601 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #1601 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allendale Elementary School, Global Concepts Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
680 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of West Seneca Central School District.
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