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#2549 of 4,742 schools in NY
Spruce School
Elementary School · NORTH TONAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
195 SPRUCE ST, North Tonawanda, NY 14120
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,549 of 4,742
In North Tonawanda
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
NORTH TONAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Spruce School
Spruce School is a public elementary school in North Tonawanda, NY, part of NORTH TONAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Spruce School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Spruce School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,549 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Spruce School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Spruce School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at Spruce 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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Spruce School — Students at Spruce School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
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: 6.0/10.
How Spruce School Compares
See how Spruce School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
195 SPRUCE ST, North Tonawanda, NY 14120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spruce School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANDREWS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Kenmore), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tonawanda), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OHIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Tonawanda, see our North Tonawanda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,608
Median Home Value
$205,300
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
44,379
College Educated
30.2%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spruce School
What grades does Spruce School serve?
Spruce School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Spruce School?
Spruce School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spruce School?
The student-teacher ratio at Spruce School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spruce School rank in NY?
Spruce School ranks #2,549 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Spruce School's MySchoolScout rating?
Spruce School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Spruce School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spruce School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Spruce School a charter school?
No, Spruce School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spruce School a Title I school?
No, Spruce School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spruce School?
65.6% of students at Spruce 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Niagara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (716) 807-3850
Resources & Links
District
NORTH TONAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,198
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,171
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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