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John a Sciole Elementary School

Elementary School · LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

86 ALYS DR E, Depew, NY 14043

Enrollment

394

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,809 of 4,742

In Depew

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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John a Sciole Elementary School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Depew · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John a Sciole Elementary School

John a Sciole Elementary School is a public elementary school in Depew, NY, part of LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. John a Sciole Elementary School serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John a Sciole Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,809 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for John a Sciole Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,484
Chronic Absenteeism15%

John a Sciole Elementary School — Students at John a Sciole Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.5% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
60.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 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
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
54.5%
ELA
34.5%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57.5%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
67%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How John a Sciole Elementary School Compares

See how John a Sciole Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in NY
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Location

86 ALYS DR E, Depew, NY 14043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John a Sciole Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Depew, see our Depew schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Depew 0.6 mi 6.3
HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 0.8 mi 7.5
DEPEW HIGH SCHOOL Depew 2.0 mi 8.2
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF BUFFALO Bowmansville 1.7 mi
DEPEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Depew 2.0 mi 5.2
CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew 2.2 mi 3.5
LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster 1.8 mi 8.5
ST MARYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 2.1 mi 5.1
LANCASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lancaster 2.5 mi 5.0
MARYVALE PRIMARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga 2.1 mi 5.4
COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 2.7 mi 6.4
GATEWAY-LONGVIEW LYNDE SCHOOL Williamsville 3.0 mi 8.8
HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 2.9 mi 8.2
MARYVALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga 2.5 mi 5.5
MARYVALE HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga 2.5 mi 7.5
MARYVALE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cheektowaga 2.5 mi 4.8
BUFFALO SUBURBAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster 2.7 mi
WILLIAMSVILLE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville 3.2 mi 8.1
ASPIRE OF WNY/CTR FOR LEARNING Cheektowaga 2.6 mi 7.1
COURT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 2.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,373

Median Home Value

$192,800

Median Rent

$1,072/mo

Population

24,799

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

70.4%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John a Sciole Elementary School

What grades does John a Sciole Elementary School serve?

John a Sciole Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend John a Sciole Elementary School?

John a Sciole Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John a Sciole Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John a Sciole Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John a Sciole Elementary School rank in NY?

John a Sciole Elementary School ranks #1,809 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is John a Sciole Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John a Sciole Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 John a Sciole Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John a Sciole Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John a Sciole Elementary School a charter school?

No, John a Sciole Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John a Sciole Elementary School a Title I school?

No, John a Sciole Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John a Sciole Elementary School?

33.8% of students at John a Sciole 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

LANCASTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,412
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,484
District Rank
#3 of 7

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