Serving 1,300 students in grades 4-6, William Street 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 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 4-6
- Enrollment: 1,300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William Street School's student population of 1,300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
School Rankings
William Street School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Street School is 0.17, 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
#1638 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 William Street School's ranking?
William Street School is ranked #1638 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William Street School often compared to?
William Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lancaster Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William Street School?
1,300 students attend William Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of William Street School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Street School?
William Street School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William Street School offer ?
William Street School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Street School part of?
William Street School is part of Lancaster Central School District.
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