Serving 771 students in grades 1-5, New Lane Memorial Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Lane Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
New Lane Memorial Elementary School's student population of 771 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
771 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
New Lane Memorial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Lane Memorial Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
35%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
44%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Lane Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
New Lane Memorial Elementary School is ranked #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Lane Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
New Lane Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastport Elementary School, Boyle Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend New Lane Memorial Elementary School?
771 students attend New Lane Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of New Lane Memorial Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Lane Memorial Elementary School?
New Lane Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Lane Memorial Elementary School offer ?
New Lane Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Lane Memorial Elementary School part of?
New Lane Memorial Elementary School is part of Middle Country Central School District.
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