Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Sand Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Sand Lake Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence Through Education'
School Rankings
West Sand Lake 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 Sand Lake Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1892 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Sand Lake Elementary School's ranking?
West Sand Lake Elementary School is ranked #1892 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Sand Lake Elementary School often compared to?
West Sand Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poestenkill Elementary School, Miller Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Sand Lake Elementary School?
354 students attend West Sand Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Sand Lake Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Sand Lake Elementary School?
West Sand Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Sand Lake Elementary School offer ?
West Sand Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Sand Lake Elementary School part of?
West Sand Lake Elementary School is part of Averill Park Central School District.
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