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Royalton-hartland Elementary School

Elementary School · ROYALTON-HARTLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

4500 ORCHARD PL, Gasport, NY 14067

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,882 of 4,742

In district

#2 of 3

ROYALTON-HARTLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Royalton-hartland Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Gasport · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Royalton-hartland Elementary School

Royalton-hartland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gasport, NY, part of ROYALTON-HARTLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Royalton-hartland Elementary School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Royalton-hartland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,882 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Royalton-hartland Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Royalton-hartland 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.

31% of students at Royalton-hartland 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-19.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.5 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,925
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Royalton-hartland Elementary School — Students at Royalton-hartland Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
35.7%
ELA
63.3%
2022
Math
34.1%
ELA
39.4%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Royalton-hartland Elementary School Compares

See how Royalton-hartland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in NY
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

Location

4500 ORCHARD PL, Gasport, NY 14067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Royalton-hartland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEWFANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Newfane), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEORGE SOUTHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Lockport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRATT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Barker), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gasport, see our Gasport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.4 mi
School Distance Rating
DESALES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lockport 4.1 mi 5.8
ROY KELLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 5.2 mi 6.1
HENRIETTA G LEWIS CAMPUS SCHOOL Lockport 5.0 mi 7.5
EMMET BELKNAP INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lockport 5.4 mi 5.1
CHARLES A UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 6.0 mi 5.1
ROYALTON-HARTLAND HIGH SCHOOL Middleport 5.7 mi 8.5
ROYALTON-HARTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Middleport 5.8 mi 4.8
LOCKPORT HIGH SCHOOL Lockport 6.2 mi 7.1
GEORGE SOUTHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 6.7 mi 7.2
ANNA MERRITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 6.5 mi 4.3
AARON MOSSELL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lockport 6.6 mi 5.4
NEWFANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newfane 8.0 mi 7.5
PRATT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Barker 9.8 mi 6.8
BARKER JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Barker 9.8 mi 5.3
NEWFANE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newfane 8.6 mi 8.1
NEWFANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Newfane 8.6 mi 4.8
ORLEANS-NIAGARA BOCES Medina 7.5 mi 5.7
NEWFANE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Burt 10.9 mi 4.9
MEDINA JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Medina 9.3 mi 4.2
OAK ORCHARD PRIMARY SCHOOL Medina 9.4 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,625

Median Home Value

$178,400

Median Rent

$814/mo

Population

4,063

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

89.9%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Royalton-hartland Elementary School

What grades does Royalton-hartland Elementary School serve?

Royalton-hartland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Royalton-hartland Elementary School?

Royalton-hartland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Royalton-hartland Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Royalton-hartland Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Royalton-hartland Elementary School rank in NY?

Royalton-hartland Elementary School ranks #2,882 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Royalton-hartland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Royalton-hartland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Royalton-hartland Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Royalton-hartland Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Royalton-hartland Elementary School a charter school?

No, Royalton-hartland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Royalton-hartland Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Royalton-hartland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royalton-hartland Elementary School?

37.2% of students at Royalton-hartland 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Niagara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

District

ROYALTON-HARTLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,198
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,925
District Rank
#2 of 3

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