Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lenox 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lenox Elementary School's student population of 261 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
Lenox 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 Lenox Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2163 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
35%
31%
Black
54%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lenox Elementary School's ranking?
Lenox Elementary School is ranked #2163 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lenox Elementary School often compared to?
Lenox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School, Grand Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lenox Elementary School?
261 students attend Lenox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lenox Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lenox Elementary School?
Lenox Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lenox Elementary School offer ?
Lenox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lenox Elementary School part of?
Lenox Elementary School is part of Baldwin Union Free School District.
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