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#2076 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 44% 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
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,076 of 4,742
In Lake Placid
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
LAKE PLACID CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Lake Placid Elementary School
Lake Placid Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Placid, NY, part of LAKE PLACID CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lake Placid Elementary School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Placid Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,076 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Placid Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Lake Placid Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lake Placid Elementary School — Students at Lake Placid Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.3%
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: 5.5/10.
How Lake Placid Elementary School Compares
See how Lake Placid Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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. BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Saranac Lake), with a comparable rating. Another option is AUSABLE FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Au Sable Forks), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SARANAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 30.0 miles away, in nearby Saranac), with a comparable rating. 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 | 4.8 |
| 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 | 4.6 |
| SARANAC LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 8.0 mi | 5.2 |
| SARANAC LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 8.4 mi | 8.3 |
| BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL Saranac Lake | 10.5 mi | 6.2 |
| KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL Keene Valley | 11.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ADIRONDACK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington | 13.2 mi | 5.2 |
| NEWCOMB CENTRAL SCHOOL Newcomb | 22.2 mi | 7.4 |
| AUSABLE FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Au Sable Forks | 19.4 mi | 5.8 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CAMPUS Elizabethtown | 20.0 mi | 4.9 |
| AUSABLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Clintonville | 23.8 mi | 7.7 |
| AUSABLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Clintonville | 23.8 mi | 5.8 |
| L P QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupper Lake | 22.5 mi | 3.3 |
| TUPPER LAKE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Tupper Lake | 23.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SARANAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saranac | 30.0 mi | 5.6 |
| SARANAC HIGH SCHOOL Saranac | 30.2 mi | 7.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (THE) Wyandanch, NY | 6.6 |
| ALFRED-ALMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Almond, NY | 6.6 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL PARK EAST I New York, NY | 6.6 |
| CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.6 |
| DEFOREST A HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Westmoreland, NY | 6.6 |
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 ranks #2,076 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lake Placid Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Placid Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Lake Placid Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Placid Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.6%
- Phone
- (518) 523-3640
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
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