Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waterford-halfmoon 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
Waterford-halfmoon 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 Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1809 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School's ranking?
Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School is ranked #1809 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School?
395 students attend Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School?
Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School offer ?
Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School part of?
Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School is part of Waterford-Halfmoon Union Free School District.
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