Excellent
#208 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
Lake Placid Elementary School
Elementary School · LAKE PLACID CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
318 OLD MILITARY RD, Lake Placid, NY 12946
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lake Placid
#1 of 2
public schools
New York elementary schools
#143 of 2,549
In district
#1 of 2
LAKE PLACID CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Lake Placid Elementary School
Lake Placid Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Placid, NY, part of the LAKE PLACID CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 235 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.6th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 49% proficiency in math, 1 points above the state average and 57% in reading/language arts, 0 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $78,261, where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Lake Placid Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lake Placid Elementary School — Students at Lake Placid Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Lake Placid Elementary School Compares
See how Lake Placid Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 52% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 37% (2019) to 62% (2021).
Location
318 OLD MILITARY RD, Lake Placid, NY 12946
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Placid Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PETROVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Saranac Lake), a more accessible option. Another option is L P QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 22.5 miles away, in nearby Tupper Lake), a more accessible option. Additionally, SARANAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 30.0 miles away, in nearby Saranac), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lake Placid, see our Lake Placid schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE PLACID JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lake Placid | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ST AGNES PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Lake Placid | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNTAIN LAKE ACADEMY Lake Placid | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Lake Placid | 5.7 mi | 7.7 |
| ST BERNARDS SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 7.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PETROVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| SARANAC LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 8.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SARANAC LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 8.4 mi | 7.2 |
| BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 10.5 mi | 5.0 |
| KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL Keene Valley | 11.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ADIRONDACK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington | 13.2 mi | 5.1 |
| NEWCOMB CENTRAL SCHOOL Newcomb | 22.2 mi | 7.2 |
| AUSABLE FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Au Sable Forks | 19.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CAMPUS Elizabethtown | 20.0 mi | 6.7 |
| AUSABLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Clintonville | 23.8 mi | 5.8 |
| AUSABLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Clintonville | 23.8 mi | 5.2 |
| L P QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupper Lake | 22.5 mi | 6.8 |
| TUPPER LAKE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Tupper Lake | 23.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SARANAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saranac | 30.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SARANAC HIGH SCHOOL Saranac | 30.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12946 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,261
Median Home Value
$443,800
Median Rent
$982/mo
Population
4,805
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
46.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lake Placid Elementary School has a median household income of $78,261. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $443,800, with a median rent of $982/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.6 |
| JASPER-TROUPSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troupsburg, NY | 8.6 |
| LAKE GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake George, NY | 8.6 |
| LEE ROAD SCHOOL Wantagh, NY | 8.6 |
| LOCUST VALLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Locust Valley, NY | 8.6 |
| POLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poland, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Placid Elementary School
What grades does Lake Placid Elementary School serve?
Lake Placid Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lake Placid Elementary School?
Lake Placid Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Placid Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Placid Elementary School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Placid Elementary School rank in NY?
Lake Placid Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Lake Placid Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Placid Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lake Placid Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lake Placid Elementary School has 48.6% math proficiency and 56.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lake Placid Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lake Placid Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Placid Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lake Placid Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Placid Elementary School?
35.3% of students at Lake Placid 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
- 235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (518) 523-3640
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LAKE PLACID CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 574
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,662
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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