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J E Lanigan School
Elementary School · FULTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
59 BAKEMAN AVE, Fulton, NY 13069
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,393 of 4,742
In Fulton
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
FULTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About J E Lanigan School
J E Lanigan School is a public elementary school in Fulton, NY, part of FULTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. J E Lanigan School serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. J E Lanigan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,393 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for J E Lanigan School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at J E Lanigan 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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J E Lanigan School — Students at J E Lanigan School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 3.0/10.
How J E Lanigan School Compares
See how J E Lanigan School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
59 BAKEMAN AVE, Fulton, NY 13069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J E Lanigan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Baldwinsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALERMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 7.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY'S ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Baldwinsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FULTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| G RAY BODLEY HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| FAIRGRIEVE SCHOOL Fulton | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| VOLNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| GRANBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| MINETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minetto | 6.9 mi | 4.5 |
| JOHN C BIRDLEBOUGH HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix | 7.1 mi | 7.4 |
| EMERSON J DILLON MIDDLE SCHOOL Phoenix | 7.1 mi | 5.6 |
| MICHAEL A MAROUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix | 7.4 mi | 3.6 |
| PALERMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| THEODORE R DURGEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville | 10.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HARRY E ELDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville | 10.3 mi | 4.2 |
| OSWEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Oswego | 9.9 mi | 4.3 |
| CHARLES W BAKER HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville | 10.5 mi | 7.2 |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baldwinsville | 10.7 mi | 6.2 |
| VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville | 10.9 mi | 4.6 |
| OSWEGO COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oswego | 10.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CHARLES E RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 10.8 mi | 4.7 |
| FAIRLEY SCHOOL Hannibal | 8.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Baldwinsville | 11.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,156
Median Home Value
$112,600
Median Rent
$878/mo
Population
23,176
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AURA A COLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 3.7 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 3.7 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.7 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 3.7 |
| BOULEVARD SCHOOL Gloversville, NY | 3.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS Rochester, NY | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J E Lanigan School
What grades does J E Lanigan School serve?
J E Lanigan School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend J E Lanigan School?
J E Lanigan School has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J E Lanigan School?
The student-teacher ratio at J E Lanigan 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 J E Lanigan School rank in NY?
J E Lanigan School ranks #4,393 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is J E Lanigan School's MySchoolScout rating?
J E Lanigan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 J E Lanigan School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J E Lanigan School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is J E Lanigan School a charter school?
No, J E Lanigan School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J E Lanigan School a Title I school?
No, J E Lanigan School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J E Lanigan School?
48.8% of students at J E Lanigan 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Oswego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (315) 593-5470
Resources & Links
District
FULTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,110
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,235
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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