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#2530 of 4,742 schools in NY
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Paul B D Temple Elementary School
Elementary School · FALCONER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
3470 CEMETERY ST, Kennedy, NY 14747
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,530 of 4,742
In district
#1 of 3
FALCONER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Paul B D Temple Elementary School
Elementary School in Kennedy · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Paul B D Temple Elementary School
Paul B D Temple Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kennedy, NY, part of FALCONER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Paul B D Temple Elementary School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Paul B D Temple Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,530 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Paul B D Temple 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.
33% of students at Paul B D Temple 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Paul B D Temple Elementary School Compares
See how Paul B D Temple Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3470 CEMETERY ST, Kennedy, NY 14747
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paul B D Temple Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERT H JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Frewsburg), with a very similar rating. Another option is G N CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Randolph), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CLINTON V BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kennedy, see our Kennedy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARVEY C FENNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Falconer | 5.2 mi | 3.8 |
| FALCONER MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Falconer | 5.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ROBERT H JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Frewsburg | 6.9 mi | 6.1 |
| FREWSBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Frewsburg | 7.4 mi | 6.6 |
| LITTLE RUN SCHOOL Conewango Valley | 8.2 mi | — |
| FENTON BROOK SCHOOL Conewango Valley | 8.6 mi | — |
| FLAT IRON SCHOOL Conewango Valley | 8.6 mi | 2.9 |
| G N CHAPMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Randolph | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CLINTON V BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown | 7.3 mi | 5.7 |
| RANDOLPH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Randolph | 6.8 mi | 7.6 |
| CARLYLE C RING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown | 7.1 mi | 5.7 |
| RANDOLPH ACADEMY Randolph | 7.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SEAGER HILL SCHOOL Conewango Valley | 8.2 mi | — |
| GARDNER SCHOOL Conewango Valley | 8.5 mi | — |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown | 7.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MAPLE ROW SCHOOL Conewango Valley | 7.9 mi | — |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown | 8.1 mi | 5.1 |
| JAMESTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Jamestown | 8.0 mi | 6.3 |
| DEER RUN SCHOOL Conewango Valley | 9.4 mi | — |
| SAMUEL G LOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown | 8.1 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14747 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,902
Median Home Value
$90,400
Median Rent
$642/mo
Population
2,035
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berlin, NY | 6.1 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 6.1 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.1 |
| CONCOURSE VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.1 |
| EDITH L SLOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ronkonkoma, NY | 6.1 |
| GEYSER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paul B D Temple Elementary School
What grades does Paul B D Temple Elementary School serve?
Paul B D Temple Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Paul B D Temple Elementary School?
Paul B D Temple Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul B D Temple Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paul B D Temple Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paul B D Temple Elementary School rank in NY?
Paul B D Temple Elementary School ranks #2,530 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Paul B D Temple Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paul B D Temple Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Paul B D Temple Elementary School a charter school?
No, Paul B D Temple Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paul B D Temple Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Paul B D Temple Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paul B D Temple Elementary School?
55.0% of students at Paul B D Temple 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Chautauqua County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (716) 267-3255
Resources & Links
District
FALCONER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,148
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,810
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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