Serving 229 students in grades 3-6, Westmoreland Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmoreland Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Westmoreland Upper Elementary School's student population of 229 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Westmoreland Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmoreland Upper Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1291 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmoreland Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Westmoreland Upper Elementary School is ranked #1291 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Westmoreland Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Westmoreland Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donald H Crane Junior/senior High School, Whitesboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Westmoreland Upper Elementary School?
229 students attend Westmoreland Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Westmoreland Upper Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmoreland Upper Elementary School?
Westmoreland Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westmoreland Upper Elementary School offer ?
Westmoreland Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westmoreland Upper Elementary School part of?
Westmoreland Upper Elementary School is part of Westmoreland Central School District.
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