Below Average
#3948 of 4,742 schools in NY
Sodus Elementary School
Elementary School · SODUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 220, Sodus, NY 14551
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,948 of 4,742
In Sodus
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
SODUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Sodus Elementary School
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About Sodus Elementary School
Sodus Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sodus, NY, part of SODUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sodus Elementary School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sodus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,948 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sodus Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Sodus Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sodus 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.
34% of students at Sodus 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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Sodus Elementary School — Students at Sodus Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 3.7/10.
How Sodus Elementary School Compares
See how Sodus Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 220, Sodus, NY 14551
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sodus Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Another option is PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Marion), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sodus, see our Sodus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SODUS JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Sodus | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SODUS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Sodus | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| WILLIAMSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamson | 5.8 mi | 4.3 |
| WILLIAMSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamson | 5.9 mi | 5.8 |
| WILLIAMSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Williamson | 6.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MARION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Marion | 7.2 mi | 4.3 |
| MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marion | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark | 11.8 mi | 7.2 |
| EAST PALMYRA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Palmyra | 11.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LYONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lyons | 11.8 mi | 3.2 |
| NORTH ROSE-WOLCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Rose | 9.4 mi | 4.4 |
| LYONS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lyons | 12.0 mi | 8.8 |
| LYONS MIDDLE SCHOOL Lyons | 12.0 mi | 3.5 |
| NORMAN R KELLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Newark | 12.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ONTARIO-SENECA-YATES-CAYUGA-WAYNE BOCES Newark | 13.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark | 13.1 mi | 7.0 |
| NEWARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newark | 13.3 mi | 7.6 |
| NEWARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Newark | 13.4 mi | 3.7 |
| WAYNE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ontario Center | 11.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CLYDE MENNONITE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Clyde | 13.7 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14551 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,462
Median Home Value
$123,600
Median Rent
$845/mo
Population
4,969
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
78.3%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
55
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|---|---|
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 4.5 |
| C GRANT GRIMSHAW SCHOOL Lafayette, NY | 4.5 |
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, NY | 4.5 |
| DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury, NY | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sodus Elementary School
What grades does Sodus Elementary School serve?
Sodus Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Sodus Elementary School?
Sodus Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sodus Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sodus 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 Sodus Elementary School rank in NY?
Sodus Elementary School ranks #3,948 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sodus Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sodus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Sodus Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sodus Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sodus Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sodus Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sodus Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sodus Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sodus Elementary School?
67.5% of students at Sodus 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (315) 483-5282
Resources & Links
District
SODUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,102
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,464
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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