Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, W A Wettel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
W A Wettel Elementary School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
W A Wettel Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W A Wettel Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1601 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W A Wettel Elementary School's ranking?
W A Wettel Elementary School is ranked #1601 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend W A Wettel Elementary School?
249 students attend W A Wettel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of W A Wettel Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W A Wettel Elementary School?
W A Wettel Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does W A Wettel Elementary School offer ?
W A Wettel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is W A Wettel Elementary School part of?
W A Wettel Elementary School is part of Sherrill City School District.
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