Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nightengale 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 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nightengale Elementary School's student population of 454 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 28, 2026
School Motto
We aspire to be a leading educational community that values diversity and prepares students to meet today’s goals and tomorrow’s opportunities.
School Rankings
Nightengale 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 Nightengale Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1585 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
84%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nightengale Elementary School's ranking?
Nightengale Elementary School is ranked #1585 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nightengale Elementary School often compared to?
Nightengale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Nightengale Elementary School?
454 students attend Nightengale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Nightengale Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nightengale Elementary School?
Nightengale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nightengale Elementary School offer ?
Nightengale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nightengale Elementary School part of?
Nightengale Elementary School is part of Massena Central School District.
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