Very Good
#1682 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
Based on limited data
Charlotte Sidway School
Elementary School · GRAND ISLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
2451 BASELINE RD, Grand Island, NY 14072
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,682 of 4,742
In Grand Island
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
GRAND ISLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Charlotte Sidway School
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About Charlotte Sidway School
Charlotte Sidway School is a public elementary school in Grand Island, NY, part of GRAND ISLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Charlotte Sidway School serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Charlotte Sidway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,682 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Charlotte Sidway School Compares
See how Charlotte Sidway School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2451 BASELINE RD, Grand Island, NY 14072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charlotte Sidway School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST STEPHEN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is KAEGEBEIN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HUTH ROAD SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grand Island, see our Grand Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST STEPHEN SCHOOL Grand Island | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| HUTH ROAD SCHOOL Grand Island | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| VERONICA E CONNOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Island | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Grand Island | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| KAEGEBEIN SCHOOL Grand Island | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LASALLE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niagara Falls | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| SEVENTY NINTH STREET SCHOOL Niagara Falls | 3.9 mi | 3.5 |
| CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF NIAGARA FALLS Niagara Falls | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls | 4.1 mi | 2.8 |
| GERALDINE J MANN SCHOOL Niagara Falls | 4.5 mi | 4.1 |
| TONAWANDA MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Tonawanda | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| TONAWANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 3.9 mi | 3.8 |
| DRAKE SCHOOL North Tonawanda | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
| HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 5.0 mi | 3.3 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WESTERN NEW YORK North Tonawanda | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| BLONEVA BOND PRIMARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls | 5.3 mi | 3.3 |
| NIAGARA FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Niagara Falls | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL FOR APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Buffalo | 5.4 mi | 5.4 |
| GASKILL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niagara Falls | 5.6 mi | 2.7 |
| HOLY GHOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Niagara Falls | 5.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,036
Median Home Value
$302,800
Median Rent
$1,222/mo
Population
21,441
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARONGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clifton Park, NY | 7.0 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket, NY | 7.0 |
| BEDFORD VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford, NY | 7.0 |
| BOONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boonville, NY | 7.0 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.0 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thornwood, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charlotte Sidway School
What grades does Charlotte Sidway School serve?
Charlotte Sidway School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Charlotte Sidway School?
Charlotte Sidway School has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charlotte Sidway School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charlotte Sidway School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charlotte Sidway School rank in NY?
Charlotte Sidway School ranks #1,682 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Charlotte Sidway School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charlotte Sidway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Charlotte Sidway School a charter school?
No, Charlotte Sidway School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charlotte Sidway School a Title I school?
No, Charlotte Sidway School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charlotte Sidway School?
23.1% of students at Charlotte Sidway 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.8%
- Phone
- (716) 773-8870
Resources & Links
District
GRAND ISLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,828
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,211
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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