Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Holmes 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Holmes Elementary School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Holmes 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 Holmes Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#4206 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
19%
15%
White
42%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kenmore-Tonawanda Union Free School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Elementary School's ranking?
Holmes Elementary School is ranked #4206 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Holmes Elementary School?
274 students attend Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Holmes Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmes Elementary School?
Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holmes Elementary School part of?
Holmes Elementary School is part of Kenmore-Tonawanda Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Holmes Elementary School located?
Holmes Elementary School is located in the Riverview neighborhood of Tonawanda, NY.
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