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Boston Valley Elementary School

Elementary School · HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

7476 BACK CREEK RD, Hamburg, NY 14075

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,285 of 4,742

In Hamburg

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Boston Valley Elementary School

3.9/10

Elementary School in Hamburg · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Boston Valley Elementary School

Boston Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hamburg, NY, part of HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Boston Valley Elementary School serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Boston Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,285 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Boston Valley Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.8
  • 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-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-36.5 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,633
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Boston Valley Elementary School — Students at Boston Valley Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (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
97.5%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
29.5%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
40.9%
ELA
24.4%

* 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 Boston Valley Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
10th percentile in NY
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Location

7476 BACK CREEK RD, Hamburg, NY 14075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boston Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Eden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELLICOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hamburg, see our Hamburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 3.6 mi 4.1
ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 4.4 mi 3.4
ELLICOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 4.5 mi 7.0
UNION PLEASANT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 3.9 mi 3.6
HAMBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 4.2 mi 8.4
HAMBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg 4.3 mi 6.3
SOUTH DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 5.8 mi 6.3
NATIVITY OF OUR LORD SCHOOL Orchard Park 5.8 mi 6.2
ORCHARD PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Orchard Park 5.9 mi 6.2
COLDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Colden 5.2 mi 5.2
WINDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 6.8 mi 6.0
BIG TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg 6.4 mi 4.1
FRONTIER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg 6.5 mi 7.9
ORCHARD PARK HIGH SCHOOL Orchard Park 6.7 mi 8.4
RANDOLPH ACADEMYHAMBURG CAMPUS Hamburg 6.3 mi 4.3
EDEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Eden 5.3 mi 6.5
AURORA WALDORF SCHOOL West Falls 5.4 mi 5.5
EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 7.3 mi 7.4
G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Eden 5.8 mi 7.3
EDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eden 6.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,083

Median Home Value

$246,100

Median Rent

$1,129/mo

Population

44,588

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

46.5

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HORACE MANN SCHOOL Binghamton, NY 3.9
SAINT JOSEPH'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malone, NY 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boston Valley Elementary School

What grades does Boston Valley Elementary School serve?

Boston Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Boston Valley Elementary School?

Boston Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boston Valley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Boston Valley Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boston Valley Elementary School rank in NY?

Boston Valley Elementary School ranks #4,285 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Boston Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boston Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Boston Valley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boston Valley Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Boston Valley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Boston Valley Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.9% of students at Boston Valley 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

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