Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Charles A Upson 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 40-44% (which is lower than 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles A Upson Elementary School's student population of 448 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Charles A Upson 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 Charles A Upson Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#3113 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
65%
39%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles A Upson Elementary School's ranking?
Charles A Upson Elementary School is ranked #3113 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Charles A Upson Elementary School often compared to?
Charles A Upson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy Kelley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Charles A Upson Elementary School?
448 students attend Charles A Upson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Charles A Upson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles A Upson Elementary School?
Charles A Upson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charles A Upson Elementary School offer ?
Charles A Upson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles A Upson Elementary School part of?
Charles A Upson Elementary School is part of Lockport City School District.
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