Serving 376 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (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 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Sand Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Sand Lake Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1913 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 #1913 out of 4,377 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
376 students attend West Sand Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Sand Lake Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Sand Lake Elementary School?
West Sand Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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