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Como Park Elementary School

Elementary School · LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1985 COMO PARK BLVD, Lancaster, NY 14086

Enrollment

365

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,241 of 4,742

In Lancaster

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Como Park Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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About Como Park Elementary School

Como Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lancaster, NY, part of LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Como Park Elementary School serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Como Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,241 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Como Park Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,484
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Como Park Elementary School — Students at Como Park Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.5% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
60.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 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
87%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
54.5%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Como Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in NY
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

1985 COMO PARK BLVD, Lancaster, NY 14086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Como Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN A SCIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Depew), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LANCASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lancaster 0.2 mi 5.0
ST MARYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 0.8 mi 5.1
CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew 0.9 mi 3.5
COURT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 1.0 mi 6.3
DEPEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Depew 1.1 mi 5.2
DEPEW HIGH SCHOOL Depew 1.1 mi 8.2
WILLIAM STREET SCHOOL Lancaster 1.4 mi 5.3
LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster 2.7 mi 8.5
JOHN A SCIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew 2.7 mi 6.9
HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 3.0 mi 7.5
OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Depew 2.7 mi 6.3
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF BUFFALO Bowmansville 3.4 mi
BUFFALO SUBURBAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster 3.8 mi
CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 3.8 mi 5.4
HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 4.9 mi 8.2
ELMA PRIMARY SCHOOL Elma 4.9 mi 6.2
NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL Williamsville 5.1 mi 5.4
NORTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 4.0 mi 3.9
EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca 4.7 mi 4.6
MARYVALE PRIMARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga 4.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,949

Median Home Value

$263,600

Median Rent

$983/mo

Population

35,659

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Como Park Elementary School

What grades does Como Park Elementary School serve?

Como Park Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Como Park Elementary School?

Como Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Como Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Como Park Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Como Park Elementary School rank in NY?

Como Park Elementary School ranks #2,241 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Como Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Como Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Como Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Como Park Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Como Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Como Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

36.7% of students at Como Park 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,412
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,484
District Rank
#4 of 7

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