Below Average
#3863 of 4,742 schools in NY
John T Waugh Elementary School
Elementary School · EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)
100 HIGH ST, Angola, NY 14006
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,863 of 4,742
In Angola
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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John T Waugh Elementary School
Elementary School in Angola · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John T Waugh Elementary School
John T Waugh Elementary School is a public elementary school in Angola, NY, part of EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE). John T Waugh Elementary School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John T Waugh Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,863 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John T Waugh Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, John T Waugh Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at John T Waugh 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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John T Waugh Elementary School — Students at John T Waugh Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
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: 3.3/10.
How John T Waugh Elementary School Compares
See how John T Waugh Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 HIGH ST, Angola, NY 14006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John T Waugh Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Derby), which scores notably higher. Another option is G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Eden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Eden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Angola, see our Angola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Angola | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| WILLIAM G HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Angola | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| ERIE 2-CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES Angola | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| A J SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Derby | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTH COLLINS JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL North Collins | 5.5 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH COLLINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Collins | 6.1 mi | 3.9 |
| SOUTHTOWNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake View | 6.9 mi | 6.0 |
| PINEHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake View | 7.2 mi | 6.0 |
| EDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eden | 7.2 mi | 6.3 |
| G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Eden | 7.5 mi | 7.3 |
| EDEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Eden | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| FRONTIER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg | 9.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CLOVERBANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 10.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Silver Creek | 10.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SILVER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Silver Creek | 10.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SILVER CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Silver Creek | 10.1 mi | 4.4 |
| GOWANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gowanda | 12.3 mi | 6.2 |
| GOWANDA HIGH SCHOOL Gowanda | 12.8 mi | 7.6 |
| GOWANDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Gowanda | 12.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,019
Median Home Value
$154,800
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
9,354
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
46.8
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| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton, NY | 4.6 |
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| CHESTNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx, NY | 4.6 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo, NY | 4.6 |
| DURHAMVILLE SCHOOL Durhamville, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John T Waugh Elementary School
What grades does John T Waugh Elementary School serve?
John T Waugh Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John T Waugh Elementary School?
John T Waugh Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John T Waugh Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John T Waugh Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John T Waugh Elementary School rank in NY?
John T Waugh Elementary School ranks #3,863 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John T Waugh Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John T Waugh Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 T Waugh Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John T Waugh Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John T Waugh Elementary School a charter school?
No, John T Waugh Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John T Waugh Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John T Waugh Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John T Waugh Elementary School?
65.5% of students at John T Waugh 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (716) 926-2371
Resources & Links
District
EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)- District Enrollment
- 2,096
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,865
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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