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#3567 of 4,742 schools in NY
Guardino Elementary School
Elementary School · THOUSAND ISLANDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 1000, Clayton, NY 13624
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,567 of 4,742
In Clayton
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
THOUSAND ISLANDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Guardino Elementary School
Guardino Elementary School is a public elementary school in Clayton, NY, part of THOUSAND ISLANDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Guardino Elementary School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Guardino Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,567 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Guardino Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Guardino 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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Guardino Elementary School — Students at Guardino Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.9%
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: 4.7/10.
How Guardino Elementary School Compares
See how Guardino Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1000, Clayton, NY 13624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guardino Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THERESA PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Theresa), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Calcium), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EVANS MILLS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Evans Mills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clayton, see our Clayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,167
Median Home Value
$224,000
Median Rent
$982/mo
Population
4,438
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
46
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guardino Elementary School
What grades does Guardino Elementary School serve?
Guardino Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Guardino Elementary School?
Guardino Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guardino Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Guardino 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 Guardino Elementary School rank in NY?
Guardino Elementary School ranks #3,567 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Guardino Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Guardino 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 Guardino Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Guardino Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Guardino Elementary School a charter school?
No, Guardino Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Guardino Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Guardino Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Guardino Elementary School?
36.9% of students at Guardino 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (315) 686-5594
Resources & Links
District
THOUSAND ISLANDS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 841
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,443
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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