Needs Improvement
#4342 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 7
Elementary School · DUNKIRK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
348 LAKE SHORE DR E, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,342 of 4,742
In Dunkirk
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
DUNKIRK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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School 7
Elementary School in Dunkirk · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 7
School 7 is a public elementary school in Dunkirk, NY, part of DUNKIRK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 7 serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. School 7 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,342 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 7 show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 161 students, School 7 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, School 7 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
61% of students at School 7 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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School 7 — Students at School 7 score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
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: 4.3/10.
How School 7 Compares
See how School 7 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
348 LAKE SHORE DR E, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 7 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHERN CHAUTAUQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SINCLAIRVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Sinclairville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FORESTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Forestville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dunkirk, see our Dunkirk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL 3 Dunkirk | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTHERN CHAUTAUQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dunkirk | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dunkirk | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dunkirk | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHOOL 5 Dunkirk | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| FREDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fredonia | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| FREDONIA HIGH SCHOOL Fredonia | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| FREDONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredonia | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| WHEELOCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Fredonia | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| FORESTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forestville | 7.2 mi | 6.3 |
| FORESTVILLE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Forestville | 7.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Silver Creek | 8.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SILVER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Silver Creek | 8.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SILVER CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Silver Creek | 8.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BROCTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brocton | 10.3 mi | 3.5 |
| BROCTON MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL Brocton | 10.3 mi | 5.1 |
| BURDICK RD AMISH SCHOOL Mayville | 14.8 mi | — |
| CASSADAGA VALLEY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Sinclairville | 16.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SINCLAIRVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sinclairville | 16.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,971
Median Home Value
$98,400
Median Rent
$905/mo
Population
14,949
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
46
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| CLIFTON-FINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Star Lake, NY | 3.8 |
| OAK STREET SCHOOL Plattsburgh, NY | 3.8 |
| PS 134 HENRIETTA SZOLD New York, NY | 3.8 |
| PS 377 ALEJANDRINA B DE GAUTIER Brooklyn, NY | 3.8 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 5 UPPER Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| W F PRIOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneida, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 7
What grades does School 7 serve?
School 7 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend School 7?
School 7 has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 7?
The student-teacher ratio at School 7 is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 7 rank in NY?
School 7 ranks #4,342 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 7's MySchoolScout rating?
School 7 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 School 7?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 7 has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 7 a charter school?
No, School 7 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 7 a Title I school?
No, School 7 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 7?
57.1% of students at School 7 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 161
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Chautauqua County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.9%
- Phone
- (716) 366-9300
Resources & Links
District
DUNKIRK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,015
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,822
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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