Serving 185 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Wales Primary School ranks in the bottom 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wales Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wales Primary School's student population of 185 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together with the community and parents, we at Wales Primary are committed to supporting the growth and development of the whole child.
School Rankings
Wales Primary 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 Wales Primary School is 0.10, 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
#2248 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
95%
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
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Iroquois Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wales Primary School's ranking?
Wales Primary School is ranked #2248 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Wales Primary School?
185 students attend Wales Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wales Primary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wales Primary School?
Wales Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wales Primary School offer ?
Wales Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wales Primary School part of?
Wales Primary School is part of Iroquois Central School District.
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