Needs Improvement
#4563 of 4,742 schools in NY
Holmes Elementary School
Elementary School · KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
365 DUPONT AVE, Tonawanda, NY 14150
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,563 of 4,742
In Tonawanda
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Holmes Elementary School
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About Holmes Elementary School
Holmes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tonawanda, NY, part of KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Holmes Elementary School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holmes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,563 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Holmes Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Holmes Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at Holmes 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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Holmes Elementary School — Students at Holmes Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 2.9/10.
How Holmes Elementary School Compares
See how Holmes Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
365 DUPONT AVE, Tonawanda, NY 14150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holmes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), which scores notably higher. Another option is STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL - ROOSEVELT SITE (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANDREWS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Kenmore), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tonawanda, see our Tonawanda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHARTER SCHOOL FOR APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 65 ROOSEVELT ECC Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL - ROOSEVELT SITE Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST ANDREWS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Kenmore | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNT ST. MARY ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PFC WILLIAM J GRABIARZ #79 Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| RIVERSIDE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| WEST HERTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| HERBERT HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| TONAWANDA MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Tonawanda | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| TONAWANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 81 Buffalo | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| CARDINAL O'HARA HIGH SCHOOL Tonawanda | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MCKINLEY VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED Buffalo | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,294
Median Home Value
$181,900
Median Rent
$1,094/mo
Population
41,585
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
| DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 3.3 |
| L P QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupper Lake, NY | 3.3 |
| LAKESHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.3 |
| OHIO STREET SCHOOL Watertown, NY | 3.3 |
| PS 178 SAINT CLAIR MCKELWAY Brooklyn, NY | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holmes Elementary School
What grades does Holmes Elementary School serve?
Holmes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Holmes Elementary School?
Holmes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holmes Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holmes Elementary School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holmes Elementary School rank in NY?
Holmes Elementary School ranks #4,563 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Holmes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holmes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Holmes Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holmes Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Holmes Elementary School a charter school?
No, Holmes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holmes Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Holmes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holmes Elementary School?
81.9% of students at Holmes 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (716) 874-8423
Resources & Links
District
KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,486
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,097
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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