Average
#2236 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 47% in state
Evans Mills Primary School
Elementary School · INDIAN RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 190, Evans Mills, NY 13637
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,236 of 4,742
In district
#5 of 8
INDIAN RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Evans Mills Primary School
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About Evans Mills Primary School
Evans Mills Primary School is a public elementary school in Evans Mills, NY, part of INDIAN RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Evans Mills Primary School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Evans Mills Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,236 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Evans Mills Primary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Evans Mills Primary 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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Evans Mills Primary School — Students at Evans Mills Primary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 7.0/10.
How Evans Mills Primary School Compares
See how Evans Mills Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 190, Evans Mills, NY 13637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Evans Mills Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THERESA PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Theresa), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLACK RIVER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Black River), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Calcium), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Evans Mills, see our Evans Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| BLACK RIVER SCHOOL Black River | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| INDIAN RIVER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 5.4 mi | 5.3 |
| INDIAN RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 6.1 mi | 6.4 |
| INDIAN RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 6.2 mi | 9.2 |
| PHILADELPHIA PRIMARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 6.9 mi | 6.8 |
| STARBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 8.2 mi | 2.5 |
| THERESA PRIMARY SCHOOL Theresa | 9.3 mi | 8.1 |
| NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 8.2 mi | 5.2 |
| OHIO STREET SCHOOL Watertown | 8.7 mi | 3.3 |
| FAITH FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown | 9.0 mi | 5.9 |
| IMMACULATE HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADES Watertown | 9.1 mi | 5.9 |
| KNICKERBOCKER SCHOOL Watertown | 9.8 mi | 4.2 |
| SHERMAN SCHOOL Watertown | 10.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CASE MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown | 10.2 mi | 4.4 |
| HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL Watertown | 10.3 mi | 4.4 |
| WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown | 10.2 mi | 6.6 |
| IHC INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL GRADES K-5 Watertown | 10.2 mi | 5.7 |
| IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown | 10.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BROWNVILLE SCHOOL Brownville | 10.0 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,786
Median Home Value
$189,600
Median Rent
$1,318/mo
Population
5,280
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
30%
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
26.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLD CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville, NY | 6.4 |
| CLAYTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 6.4 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster, NY | 6.4 |
| DELEVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delevan, NY | 6.4 |
| DONALD P SUTHERLAND SCHOOL Nassau, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Evans Mills Primary School
What grades does Evans Mills Primary School serve?
Evans Mills Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Evans Mills Primary School?
Evans Mills Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Evans Mills Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Evans Mills Primary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Evans Mills Primary School rank in NY?
Evans Mills Primary School ranks #2,236 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Evans Mills Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Evans Mills Primary 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 Evans Mills Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Evans Mills Primary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Evans Mills Primary School a charter school?
No, Evans Mills Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Evans Mills Primary School a Title I school?
No, Evans Mills Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evans Mills Primary School?
63.4% of students at Evans Mills Primary 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.4%
- Phone
- (315) 629-4331
Resources & Links
District
INDIAN RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,494
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,712
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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