Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Primary Education Center ranks in the top 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% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50% in NY)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Primary Education Center's student population of 378 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Primary Education Center is 0.19, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Primary Education Center often compared to?
Primary Education Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Primary Education Center?
378 students attend Primary Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Primary Education Center students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Primary Education Center?
Primary Education Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Primary Education Center offer ?
Primary Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Primary Education Center part of?
Primary Education Center is part of Lewiston-Porter Central School District.
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