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A J Schmidt Elementary School
Elementary School · EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)
9455 LAKE SHORE RD, Angola, NY 14006
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,859 of 4,742
In Angola
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About A J Schmidt Elementary School
A J Schmidt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Angola, NY, part of EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE). A J Schmidt Elementary School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. A J Schmidt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,859 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for A J Schmidt Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, A J Schmidt Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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A J Schmidt Elementary School — Students at A J Schmidt Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How A J Schmidt Elementary School Compares
See how A J Schmidt Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9455 LAKE SHORE RD, Angola, NY 14006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A J Schmidt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Derby), which scores notably higher. Another option is G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Eden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORESTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Forestville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Angola, see our Angola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,019
Median Home Value
$154,800
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
9,354
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
46.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A J Schmidt Elementary School
What grades does A J Schmidt Elementary School serve?
A J Schmidt Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend A J Schmidt Elementary School?
A J Schmidt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A J Schmidt Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at A J Schmidt Elementary School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A J Schmidt Elementary School rank in NY?
A J Schmidt Elementary School ranks #2,859 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is A J Schmidt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
A J Schmidt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A J Schmidt Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A J Schmidt Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is A J Schmidt Elementary School a charter school?
No, A J Schmidt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A J Schmidt Elementary School a Title I school?
No, A J Schmidt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A J Schmidt Elementary School?
56.0% of students at A J Schmidt Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (716) 926-2351
Resources & Links
District
EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)- District Enrollment
- 2,096
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,865
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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