Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New York Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New York Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New York Elementary School's student population of 425 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New York Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New York Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#380 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
7%
7%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is New York Elementary School's ranking?
New York Elementary School is ranked #380 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are New York Elementary School often compared to?
New York Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Langston Hughes Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend New York Elementary School?
425 students attend New York Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of New York Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New York Elementary School?
New York Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does New York Elementary School offer ?
New York Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is New York Elementary School part of?
New York Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is New York Elementary School located?
New York Elementary School is located in the East Lawrence neighborhood of Lawrence, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in East Lawrence.
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