Serving 416 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 20:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- 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 416 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 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 0.62, 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
20:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
8%
7%
White
58%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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 Pinckney Elementary School, 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?
416 students attend New York Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of New York Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% 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 20:1, 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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