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Cayuga Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · DEPEW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1780 COMO PARK BLVD, Depew, NY 14043
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,493 of 4,742
In Depew
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
DEPEW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Cayuga Heights Elementary School
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About Cayuga Heights Elementary School
Cayuga Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Depew, NY, part of DEPEW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cayuga Heights Elementary School serves approximately 872 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cayuga Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,493 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cayuga Heights Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Cayuga Heights Elementary School — Students at Cayuga Heights Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.1%
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: 2.0/10.
How Cayuga Heights Elementary School Compares
See how Cayuga Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1780 COMO PARK BLVD, Depew, NY 14043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cayuga Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN A SCIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Depew, see our Depew schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEPEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Depew | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| DEPEW HIGH SCHOOL Depew | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| LANCASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| JOHN A SCIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| COURT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Depew | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| WILLIAM STREET SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF BUFFALO Bowmansville | 3.4 mi | — |
| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| BUFFALO SUBURBAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster | 4.0 mi | — |
| MARYVALE PRIMARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| CHEEKTOWAGA HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CHEEKTOWAGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| UNION EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 3.5 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,373
Median Home Value
$192,800
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
24,799
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna, NY | 3.5 |
| PHILLIPS AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead, NY | 3.5 |
| PS 43 Far Rockaway, NY | 3.5 |
| CANAAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patchogue, NY | 3.6 |
| ELM TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corona, NY | 3.4 |
| GARDNERTOWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh, NY | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cayuga Heights Elementary School
What grades does Cayuga Heights Elementary School serve?
Cayuga Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cayuga Heights Elementary School?
Cayuga Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 872 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cayuga Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cayuga Heights Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cayuga Heights Elementary School rank in NY?
Cayuga Heights Elementary School ranks #4,493 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cayuga Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cayuga Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Cayuga Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cayuga Heights Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cayuga Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cayuga Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cayuga Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cayuga Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cayuga Heights Elementary School?
42.1% of students at Cayuga Heights 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 872
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (716) 686-5006
Resources & Links
District
DEPEW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,919
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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