Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saranac Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saranac Elementary School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Saranac 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 Saranac Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#2670 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
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
36%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saranac Elementary School's ranking?
Saranac Elementary School is ranked #2670 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Saranac Elementary School often compared to?
Saranac Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beekmantown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Saranac Elementary School?
359 students attend Saranac Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Saranac Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saranac Elementary School?
Saranac Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saranac Elementary School offer ?
Saranac Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saranac Elementary School part of?
Saranac Elementary School is part of Saranac Central School District.
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