Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Roy Kelley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roy Kelley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Roy Kelley Elementary School's student population of 396 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Roy Kelley 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 Roy Kelley Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1976 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Roy Kelley Elementary School's ranking?
Roy Kelley Elementary School is ranked #1976 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Roy Kelley Elementary School often compared to?
Roy Kelley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pratt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Roy Kelley Elementary School?
396 students attend Roy Kelley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Roy Kelley Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roy Kelley Elementary School?
Roy Kelley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roy Kelley Elementary School offer ?
Roy Kelley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roy Kelley Elementary School part of?
Roy Kelley Elementary School is part of Lockport City School District.
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