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Blasdell Elementary School

Elementary School · FRONTIER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

3780 S PARK AVE, Blasdell, NY 14219

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,560 of 4,742

In district

#6 of 6

FRONTIER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Blasdell Elementary School

3.3/10

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About Blasdell Elementary School

Blasdell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Blasdell, NY, part of FRONTIER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Blasdell Elementary School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Blasdell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,560 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Blasdell Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-28.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-36.4 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,947
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Blasdell Elementary School — Students at Blasdell Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
18.5%
ELA
43.5%
2022
Math
24.6%
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Blasdell Elementary School Compares

See how Blasdell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in NY
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

Location

3780 S PARK AVE, Blasdell, NY 14219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blasdell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAKER ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WINDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blasdell, see our Blasdell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.4 mi 3.5
TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.2 mi 5.5
OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Lackawanna 2.0 mi 6.3
LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.8 mi 6.7
LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.8 mi 3.3
FRONTIER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 2.1 mi 7.9
BAKER ACADEMY Lackawanna 2.1 mi 7.8
BIG TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 2.1 mi 4.1
GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna 2.2 mi 6.8
WINDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 1.8 mi 6.0
AL-RASHEED ACADEMY Lackawanna 2.5 mi 7.1
RANDOLPH ACADEMYHAMBURG CAMPUS Hamburg 2.7 mi 4.3
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo 2.8 mi 5.3
WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 3.0 mi 5.1
DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo 3.1 mi 4.3
ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 2.7 mi 5.9
WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 3.2 mi 3.9
MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY Buffalo 3.5 mi 7.2
LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo 3.6 mi 5.2
BISHOP TIMON-ST JUDE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo 3.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,465

Median Home Value

$181,800

Median Rent

$928/mo

Population

10,894

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

47.4

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DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albany, NY 3.3
FRANK P LONG INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bellport, NY 3.3
L P QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupper Lake, NY 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blasdell Elementary School

What grades does Blasdell Elementary School serve?

Blasdell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Blasdell Elementary School?

Blasdell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blasdell Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blasdell Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blasdell Elementary School rank in NY?

Blasdell Elementary School ranks #4,560 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Blasdell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blasdell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Blasdell Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blasdell Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Blasdell Elementary School a charter school?

No, Blasdell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blasdell Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Blasdell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blasdell Elementary School?

56.0% of students at Blasdell 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

FRONTIER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,617
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,947
District Rank
#6 of 6

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