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West Elementary School

Elementary School · WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1397 ORCHARD PARK RD, West Seneca, NY 14224

Enrollment

699

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,172 of 4,742

In West Seneca

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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West Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in West Seneca · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About West Elementary School

West Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Seneca, NY, part of WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. West Elementary School serves approximately 699 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,172 of 4,742 schools in NY.

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

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,651
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

West Elementary School — Students at West Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
98%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
60.3%
2022
Math
50.5%
ELA
47.5%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How West Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in NY
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Location

1397 ORCHARD PARK RD, West Seneca, NY 14224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WINDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Seneca, see our West Seneca schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 0.2 mi 5.3
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Seneca 0.7 mi 5.1
WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Seneca 1.4 mi 7.8
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca 1.8 mi 5.0
CENTER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Seneca 2.0 mi
WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 1.9 mi 3.9
EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 2.0 mi 7.4
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Orchard Park 1.7 mi 7.2
TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.8 mi 5.5
LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.7 mi 3.3
LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.8 mi 6.7
WESTERN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER West Seneca 2.1 mi
ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca 2.8 mi 5.7
WINDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 2.7 mi 6.0
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo 2.4 mi 5.3
WEST SENECA EAST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Seneca 2.5 mi 7.5
GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna 2.5 mi 6.8
MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 2.4 mi 3.5
EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca 2.7 mi 4.6
DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo 2.7 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,250

Median Home Value

$219,800

Median Rent

$1,077/mo

Population

41,101

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

45

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CENTRAL PARK EAST II New York, NY 5.5
CHENANGO FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY 5.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Elementary School

What grades does West Elementary School serve?

West Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend West Elementary School?

West Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 699 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Elementary School rank in NY?

West Elementary School ranks #3,172 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is West Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 West Elementary School?

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

Is West Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is West Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

28.3% of students at West 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
699
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

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