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#2164 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
Letchworth Elementary School
Elementary School · LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
5550 SCHOOL RD, Gainesville, NY 14066
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,164 of 4,742
In Gainesville
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Letchworth Elementary School
Letchworth Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gainesville, NY, part of LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Letchworth Elementary School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Letchworth Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,164 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Letchworth Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Letchworth Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Letchworth Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Letchworth Elementary School — Students at Letchworth Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 6.7/10.
How Letchworth Elementary School Compares
See how Letchworth Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5550 SCHOOL RD, Gainesville, NY 14066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Letchworth Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Mount Morris), a more accessible option. Another option is WARSAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Warsaw), a more accessible option. Additionally, WYOMING CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LETCHWORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LETCHWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CASTILE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Castile | 3.0 mi | — |
| WARSAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warsaw | 7.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WARSAW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw | 8.0 mi | 8.0 |
| WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PERRY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Perry | 8.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Perry | 9.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SILVER LAKE MENNONITE SCHOOL Perry | 10.6 mi | — |
| FILLMORE CENTRAL SCHOOL Fillmore | 11.3 mi | 7.7 |
| DALTON-NUNDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nunda | 9.5 mi | 3.9 |
| DALTON-NUNDA SECONDARY SCHOOL Nunda | 9.5 mi | 5.1 |
| DALTON-NUNDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Nunda | 9.5 mi | 4.5 |
| WYOMING CENTRAL SCHOOL Wyoming | 13.3 mi | 4.7 |
| HOUGHTON ACADEMY Houghton | 14.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT MORRIS MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mount Morris | 13.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Morris | 13.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PAVILION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pavilion | 17.5 mi | 5.5 |
| D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion | 17.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ATTICA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Attica | 17.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,688
Median Home Value
$131,000
Median Rent
$706/mo
Population
1,004
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
89.6%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
50.4
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| ALLEGHANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 6.5 |
| CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.5 |
| DANSVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dansville, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST STREET SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Letchworth Elementary School
What grades does Letchworth Elementary School serve?
Letchworth Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Letchworth Elementary School?
Letchworth Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Letchworth Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Letchworth Elementary School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Letchworth Elementary School rank in NY?
Letchworth Elementary School ranks #2,164 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Letchworth Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Letchworth Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Letchworth Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Letchworth Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Letchworth Elementary School a charter school?
No, Letchworth Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Letchworth Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Letchworth Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Letchworth Elementary School?
43.2% of students at Letchworth 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wyoming County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (585) 493-2581
Resources & Links
District
LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 873
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,831
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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