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West Canada Valley Elementary School

Elementary School · WEST CANADA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 360, Newport, NY 13416

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,466 of 4,742

In Newport

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

WEST CANADA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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West Canada Valley Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Newport · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

West Canada Valley Junior-senior High School

5.3/10

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7.8/10

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About West Canada Valley Elementary School

West Canada Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newport, NY, part of WEST CANADA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. West Canada Valley Elementary School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. West Canada Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,466 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for West Canada Valley Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

West Canada Valley 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,526
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

West Canada Valley Elementary School — Students at West Canada Valley Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
56.6%
ELA
62.8%
2022
Math
45.3%
ELA
42.7%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How West Canada Valley Elementary School Compares

See how West Canada Valley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in NY
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

Location

PO BOX 360, Newport, NY 13416

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Canada Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Ilion), which scores notably higher. Another option is POLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Poland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HARRY M FISHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Mohawk), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.1 mi
School Distance Rating
WEST CANADA VALLEY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newport 0.0 mi 5.3
POLAND JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Poland 5.4 mi 7.8
POLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poland 5.4 mi 7.0
HERKIMER-FULTON-HAMILTON-OTSEGO BOCES Herkimer 8.7 mi 5.7
HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Herkimer 9.1 mi 4.4
ST FRANCIS DE SALES EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CTR Herkimer 9.5 mi
HERKIMER HIGH SCHOOL Herkimer 9.6 mi 4.4
FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Frankfort 9.9 mi 7.9
FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Frankfort 9.9 mi 4.7
FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Frankfort 10.1 mi 3.1
GREGORY B JARVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Mohawk 10.6 mi 6.3
CENTRAL VALLEY ACADEMY Ilion 10.8 mi 7.7
HARRY M FISHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohawk 11.0 mi 6.8
BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion 11.0 mi 7.7
LITTLE FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Little Falls 9.7 mi 4.1
LITTLE FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Little Falls 9.7 mi 7.2
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Utica 8.9 mi 4.8
MOHAWK VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Little Falls 10.4 mi
GENERAL HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica 9.7 mi 4.3
BENTON HALL ACADEMY Little Falls 11.1 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,125

Median Home Value

$160,000

Median Rent

$738/mo

Population

2,120

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Canada Valley Elementary School

What grades does West Canada Valley Elementary School serve?

West Canada Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend West Canada Valley Elementary School?

West Canada Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Canada Valley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Canada Valley Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Canada Valley Elementary School rank in NY?

West Canada Valley Elementary School ranks #2,466 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is West Canada Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Canada Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 West Canada Valley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Canada Valley Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Canada Valley Elementary School a charter school?

No, West Canada Valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Canada Valley Elementary School a Title I school?

No, West Canada Valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Canada Valley Elementary School?

42.5% of students at West Canada Valley 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Herkimer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

WEST CANADA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
668
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,526
District Rank
#1 of 2

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