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Ausable Forks Elementary School
Elementary School · AUSABLE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX V, Au Sable Forks, NY 12912
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,857 of 4,742
In district
#2 of 4
AUSABLE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ausable Forks Elementary School
Elementary School in Au Sable Forks · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ausable Forks Elementary School
Ausable Forks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Au Sable Forks, NY, part of AUSABLE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ausable Forks Elementary School serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ausable Forks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,857 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ausable Forks Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Ausable Forks Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Ausable Forks Elementary School — Students at Ausable Forks Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 4.9/10.
How Ausable Forks Elementary School Compares
See how Ausable Forks Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX V, Au Sable Forks, NY 12912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ausable Forks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SARANAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Saranac), with a very similar rating. Another option is MORRISONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Morrisonville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PERU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Peru), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Au Sable Forks, see our Au Sable Forks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AUSABLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Clintonville | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| AUSABLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Clintonville | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ADIRONDACK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington | 6.2 mi | 5.2 |
| KEESEVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Keeseville | 10.4 mi | 4.6 |
| PERU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Peru | 12.1 mi | 4.9 |
| PERU HIGH SCHOOL Peru | 12.1 mi | 6.4 |
| PERU MIDDLE SCHOOL Peru | 12.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SARANAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saranac | 15.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SARANAC HIGH SCHOOL Saranac | 15.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SARANAC MIDDLE SCHOOL Saranac | 15.8 mi | 4.8 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CAMPUS Elizabethtown | 16.3 mi | 4.9 |
| MORRISONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Morrisonville | 18.1 mi | 5.1 |
| KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL Keene Valley | 18.3 mi | 6.6 |
| WILLSBORO CENTRAL SCHOOL Willsboro | 14.9 mi | 6.8 |
| CLINTON-ESSEX-WARREN-WASHINGTON BOCES Plattsburgh | 19.2 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Lake Placid | 18.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE ACADEMY Lake Placid | 17.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LAKESIDE SCHOOL AT BLACK KETTLE FARM Essex | 17.1 mi | — |
| PLATTSBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Plattsburgh | 19.9 mi | 8.6 |
| LAKESHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plattsburgh | 19.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,469
Median Home Value
$187,400
Median Rent
$829/mo
Population
1,860
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
87.3%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
50.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A J SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola, NY | 5.8 |
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Albany, NY | 5.8 |
| AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD Bronx, NY | 5.8 |
| BROOKLYN GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.8 |
| CULTURAL ARTS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL AT SPRING CREEK Brooklyn, NY | 5.8 |
| DESALES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ausable Forks Elementary School
What grades does Ausable Forks Elementary School serve?
Ausable Forks Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ausable Forks Elementary School?
Ausable Forks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ausable Forks Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ausable Forks Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ausable Forks Elementary School rank in NY?
Ausable Forks Elementary School ranks #2,857 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ausable Forks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ausable Forks 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 Ausable Forks Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ausable Forks Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ausable Forks Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ausable Forks Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ausable Forks Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ausable Forks Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ausable Forks Elementary School?
58.6% of students at Ausable Forks 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (518) 647-5503
Resources & Links
District
AUSABLE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,168
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,299
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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