Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-3, John A Sciole Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John A Sciole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
John A Sciole Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
John A Sciole Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John A Sciole Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#849 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John A Sciole Elementary School's ranking?
John A Sciole Elementary School is ranked #849 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend John A Sciole Elementary School?
394 students attend John A Sciole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of John A Sciole Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John A Sciole Elementary School?
John A Sciole Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John A Sciole Elementary School offer ?
John A Sciole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John A Sciole Elementary School part of?
John A Sciole Elementary School is part of Lancaster Central School District.
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