Needs Improvement
#4288 of 4,742 schools in NY
Saint Joseph's Elementary School
Elementary School · MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
99 ELM ST, Malone, NY 12953
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,288 of 4,742
In Malone
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Saint Joseph's Elementary School
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About Saint Joseph's Elementary School
Saint Joseph's Elementary School is a public elementary school in Malone, NY, part of MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Saint Joseph's Elementary School serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Saint Joseph's Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,288 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Saint Joseph's Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 197 students, Saint Joseph's Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Saint Joseph's 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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Saint Joseph's Elementary School — Students at Saint Joseph's Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
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: 3.0/10.
How Saint Joseph's Elementary School Compares
See how Saint Joseph's Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
99 ELM ST, Malone, NY 12953
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saint Joseph's Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAINT LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Brasher Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 32.4 miles away, in nearby Saranac Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Malone, see our Malone schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,673
Median Home Value
$123,100
Median Rent
$821/mo
Population
12,842
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
15.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
41.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| AFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Afton, NY | 3.9 |
| BOSTON VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 3.9 |
| CLOUGH PREK CENTER Rome, NY | 3.9 |
| DALTON-NUNDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nunda, NY | 3.9 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saint Joseph's Elementary School
What grades does Saint Joseph's Elementary School serve?
Saint Joseph's Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Saint Joseph's Elementary School?
Saint Joseph's Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saint Joseph's Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saint Joseph's 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 Saint Joseph's Elementary School rank in NY?
Saint Joseph's Elementary School ranks #4,288 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Saint Joseph's Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saint Joseph's Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Saint Joseph's Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saint Joseph's Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Saint Joseph's Elementary School a charter school?
No, Saint Joseph's Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saint Joseph's Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Saint Joseph's Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saint Joseph's Elementary School?
49.2% of students at Saint Joseph's 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 197
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (518) 483-7806
Resources & Links
District
MALONE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,203
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,637
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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