Needs Improvement
#4462 of 4,742 schools in NY
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
Elementary School · CHEEKTOWAGA-SLOAN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
166 HALSTEAD AVE, Sloan, NY 14212
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,462 of 4,742
In district
#4 of 4
CHEEKTOWAGA-SLOAN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
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About Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sloan, NY, part of CHEEKTOWAGA-SLOAN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodrow Wilson Elementary School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,462 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Woodrow Wilson 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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Woodrow Wilson Elementary School — Students at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
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: 2.1/10.
How Woodrow Wilson Elementary School Compares
See how Woodrow Wilson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
166 HALSTEAD AVE, Sloan, NY 14212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodrow Wilson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 82 (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cheektowaga), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sloan, see our Sloan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOVEJOY DISCOVERY SCHOOL #43 Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| PERSISTENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 2.0 |
| PS 82 Buffalo | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| SAINTS TABERNACLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Buffalo | 2.0 mi | — |
| DARUL ULOOM AL MADANIA Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| UNION EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 Buffalo | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Buffalo | 2.7 mi | 1.9 |
| CHEEKTOWAGA HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,517
Median Home Value
$89,900
Median Rent
$829/mo
Population
13,603
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
52.5%
Poverty Rate
41%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COXSACKIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coxsackie, NY | 3.6 |
| FABIUS-POMPEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fabius, NY | 3.6 |
| GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington, NY | 3.6 |
| LAKE VIEW CAMPUS Westport, NY | 3.6 |
| MANNSVILLE MANOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mannsville, NY | 3.6 |
| NATHAN T HALL SCHOOL Newark Valley, NY | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
What grades does Woodrow Wilson Elementary School serve?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary School?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodrow Wilson Elementary School rank in NY?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School ranks #4,462 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Woodrow Wilson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Woodrow Wilson Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Woodrow Wilson Elementary School a charter school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodrow Wilson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson Elementary School?
57.9% of students at Woodrow Wilson 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (716) 891-6419
Resources & Links
District
CHEEKTOWAGA-SLOAN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,342
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,232
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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