Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Plank Road South Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plank Road South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Plank Road South Elementary School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Plank Road South Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plank Road South Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1429 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plank Road South Elementary School's ranking?
Plank Road South Elementary School is ranked #1429 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Plank Road South Elementary School often compared to?
Plank Road South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plank Road North Elementary School, Cobbles Elementary School, Scribner Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Plank Road South Elementary School?
586 students attend Plank Road South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Plank Road South Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plank Road South Elementary School?
Plank Road South Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Plank Road South Elementary School offer ?
Plank Road South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plank Road South Elementary School part of?
Plank Road South Elementary School is part of Webster Central School District.
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