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Samuel G Love Elementary School
Elementary School · JAMESTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
50 E 8TH ST, Jamestown, NY 14701
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,402 of 4,742
In Jamestown
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
JAMESTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Samuel G Love Elementary School
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About Samuel G Love Elementary School
Samuel G Love Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jamestown, NY, part of JAMESTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Samuel G Love Elementary School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Samuel G Love Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,402 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Samuel G Love Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Samuel G Love Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
82% of students at Samuel G Love 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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Samuel G Love Elementary School — Students at Samuel G Love Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
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: 4.4/10.
How Samuel G Love Elementary School Compares
See how Samuel G Love Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 E 8TH ST, Jamestown, NY 14701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Samuel G Love Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eisenhower El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Russell), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBERT H JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Frewsburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamestown, see our Jamestown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,909
Median Home Value
$98,400
Median Rent
$769/mo
Population
39,207
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
15.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Samuel G Love Elementary School
What grades does Samuel G Love Elementary School serve?
Samuel G Love Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Samuel G Love Elementary School?
Samuel G Love Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Samuel G Love Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Samuel G Love Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Samuel G Love Elementary School rank in NY?
Samuel G Love Elementary School ranks #4,402 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Samuel G Love Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Samuel G Love Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Samuel G Love Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Samuel G Love Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Samuel G Love Elementary School a charter school?
No, Samuel G Love Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Samuel G Love Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Samuel G Love Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Samuel G Love Elementary School?
90.2% of students at Samuel G Love 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
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Chautauqua County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.5%
- Phone
- (716) 483-4405
Resources & Links
District
JAMESTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,544
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,225
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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