Serving 560 students in grades 2-5, Martin Road 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 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Road Elementary School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Road Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Road Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4093 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Road Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Road Elementary School is ranked #4093 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Martin Road Elementary School often compared to?
Martin Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Global Concepts Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Martin Road Elementary School?
560 students attend Martin Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Martin Road Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Road Elementary School?
Martin Road Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin Road Elementary School offer ?
Martin Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Road Elementary School part of?
Martin Road Elementary School is part of Lackawanna City School District.
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