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Emmet Belknap Intermediate School

Middle School · LOCKPORT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

491 HIGH ST, Lockport, NY 14094

Enrollment

559

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.1

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,500 of 4,742

In Lockport

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

LOCKPORT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Emmet Belknap Intermediate School

5.1/10

Middle School in Lockport · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Emmet Belknap Intermediate School

Emmet Belknap Intermediate School is a public middle school in Lockport, NY, part of LOCKPORT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Emmet Belknap Intermediate School serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmet Belknap Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,500 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Emmet Belknap Intermediate School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Emmet Belknap Intermediate 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-13.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment5.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,328
Chronic Absenteeism37.2%

Emmet Belknap Intermediate School — Students at Emmet Belknap Intermediate School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.3% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
55.3% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
87%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
26.7%
ELA
44.3%
2022
Math
29.6%
ELA
39.7%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Emmet Belknap Intermediate School Compares

See how Emmet Belknap Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
26th percentile in NY
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.2%

Location

491 HIGH ST, Lockport, NY 14094

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emmet Belknap Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. STARPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 7.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby East Amherst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AARON MOSSELL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lockport, see our Lockport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ROY KELLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 0.2 mi 6.1
CHARLES A UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 0.9 mi 5.1
LOCKPORT HIGH SCHOOL Lockport 0.8 mi 7.1
DESALES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lockport 1.6 mi 5.8
GEORGE SOUTHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 1.9 mi 7.2
HENRIETTA G LEWIS CAMPUS SCHOOL Lockport 2.0 mi 7.5
ANNA MERRITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 1.6 mi 4.3
AARON MOSSELL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lockport 1.6 mi 5.4
ROYALTON-HARTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gasport 5.4 mi 5.8
NEWFANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newfane 7.7 mi 7.5
NEWFANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfane 8.5 mi 4.8
NEWFANE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newfane 8.6 mi 8.1
ST MARYS SCHOOL East Amherst 8.8 mi 6.0
REGAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lockport 7.1 mi 6.6
STARPOINT HIGH SCHOOL Lockport 7.1 mi 7.8
FRICANO PRIMARY SCHOOL Lockport 7.1 mi 6.4
STARPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Lockport 7.1 mi 7.3
DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Amherst 9.4 mi 8.5
CASEY MIDDLE SCHOOL East Amherst 10.1 mi 6.8
WILLIAMSVILLE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville 10.1 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14094 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,354

Median Home Value

$186,100

Median Rent

$869/mo

Population

50,526

College Educated

28.7%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emmet Belknap Intermediate School

What grades does Emmet Belknap Intermediate School serve?

Emmet Belknap Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Emmet Belknap Intermediate School?

Emmet Belknap Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmet Belknap Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Emmet Belknap Intermediate School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Emmet Belknap Intermediate School rank in NY?

Emmet Belknap Intermediate School ranks #3,500 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Emmet Belknap Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emmet Belknap Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Emmet Belknap Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Emmet Belknap Intermediate School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Emmet Belknap Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Emmet Belknap Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Emmet Belknap Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Emmet Belknap Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emmet Belknap Intermediate School?

69.2% of students at Emmet Belknap Intermediate 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Niagara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.2%

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