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#3585 of 4,742 schools in NY
Colonial Village Elementary School
Elementary School · NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1456 SAUNDERS STLMNT RD, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,585 of 4,742
In Niagara Falls
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Colonial Village Elementary School
Elementary School in Niagara Falls · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Colonial Village Elementary School
Colonial Village Elementary School is a public elementary school in Niagara Falls, NY, part of NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Colonial Village Elementary School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Colonial Village Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,585 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Colonial Village Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Colonial Village Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
30% of students at Colonial Village Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Colonial Village Elementary School — Students at Colonial Village Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
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: 4.4/10.
How Colonial Village Elementary School Compares
See how Colonial Village Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1456 SAUNDERS STLMNT RD, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colonial Village Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF NIAGARA FALLS (rated 6.0/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PETER'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Sanborn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NIAGARA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Niagara Falls, see our Niagara Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,588
Median Home Value
$109,200
Median Rent
$798/mo
Population
16,433
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colonial Village Elementary School
What grades does Colonial Village Elementary School serve?
Colonial Village Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Colonial Village Elementary School?
Colonial Village Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colonial Village Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Colonial Village Elementary School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colonial Village Elementary School rank in NY?
Colonial Village Elementary School ranks #3,585 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Colonial Village Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Colonial Village Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Colonial Village Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colonial Village Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Colonial Village Elementary School a charter school?
No, Colonial Village Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colonial Village Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Colonial Village Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colonial Village Elementary School?
46.7% of students at Colonial Village 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Niagara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (716) 215-3270
Resources & Links
District
NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,271
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,088
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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