Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

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Stuart M Townsend Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK-6 in the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District in Lake Luzerne, New York. The school has 340 students and is rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

While the school's performance on New York State Assessments is mixed, with some grade levels and subjects performing better than others, the overall trend is concerning. The school's 3rd grade ELA proficiency rate of 48.57% is below the state average of 42.6%, but its 3rd grade math proficiency of 60% is higher than the state's 53.93%. This uneven performance is seen across other grade levels as well. The school's performance also varies significantly by student subgroup, with male students generally outperforming female students, and white students and special education students performing relatively poorly compared to their peers statewide.

When compared to other elementary schools in the surrounding area, such as Kensington Road School and Lake George Elementary, which are both higher-ranked schools, Stuart M Townsend Elementary generally performs in the middle to lower range. Additionally, the school's high free/reduced lunch rate, ranging from 46-56% over the past few years, suggests it serves a relatively disadvantaged student population, which may contribute to the academic performance challenges seen. Addressing these issues will be crucial for the school to improve its overall quality and student outcomes.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 27 Hyland Dr
       Lake Luzerne, NY  12846-0200


(518) 696-2378

District: Hadley-Luzerne Central School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1391st of 2,445 New York Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,548 Help


Students who attend Stuart M Townsend Elementary School usually attend:

High:    Hadley-Luzerne Junior-Senior High School

Student/teacher ratio:  7.6 Help
Number of students:  339

Racial breakdown:

White:
96.8%
Two or more races:
1.5%
Hispanic:
0.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  49.9% Help


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Compare Details Stuart M Townsend Elementary School ranks worse than 56.9% of elementary schools in New York. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 41.83. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (96.8%), two or more races (1.5%), Hispanic (0.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 49.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School is 7.6. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School is $17,548.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Stuart M Townsend Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Stuart M Townsend Elementary School 1391st of 2445 New York public elementary schools. (See Stuart M Townsend Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Hadley-Luzerne Central School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Hadley-Luzerne Central School District 498th of 865 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 45.11 1474th 2206 33.2%
2007 54.78 1229th 2219 44.6%
2008 58.92 1116th 2227 49.9%
2009 64.80 927th 2257 58.9%
2010 57.34 1105th 2263 51.2%
2011 44.77 1419th 2286 37.9%
2012 38.97 1576th 2320 32.1%
2013 41.84 1351st 2325 41.9%
2014 39.37 1471st 2345 37.3%
2015 50.36 1149th 2352 51.1%
2016 62.94 825th 2366 65.1%
2017 65.30 781st 2386 67.3%
2018 64.29 830th 2395 65.3%
2019 59.65 913th 2413 62.2%
2021 33.27 1522nd 2201 30.8%
2022 41.09 1425th 2434 41.5%
2023 33.20 1647th 2439 32.5%
2024 41.83 1391st 2445 43.1%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.46 1184th 1941 39.0%
2019 70.41 288th 1859 84.5%
2021 32.38 733rd 1044 29.8%
2022 37.66 1207th 2031 40.6%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 72.24 407th 2045 80.1%
2019 60.55 634th 2032 68.8%
2021 32.09 1223rd 1678 27.1%
2022 34.86 1395th 2099 33.5%
2023 28.86 1515th 2041 25.8%
2024 45.54 1026th 2078 50.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 63.40 832nd 2338 64.4%
2019 60.82 867th 2357 63.2%
2021 32.46 1398th 1955 28.5%
2022 42.84 1364th 2401 43.2%
2023 27.74 1803rd 2403 25.0%
2024 35.75 1569th 2413 35.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 64.61 789th 2340 66.3%
2019 57.24 942nd 2358 60.1%
2021 34.90 1342nd 1961 31.6%
2022 42.88 1367th 2400 43.0%
2023 40.78 1399th 2400 41.7%
2024 49.18 1172nd 2411 51.4%
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Rank History for White students at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 20.14 1204th 1399 13.9%
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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 248 2 3 4 0 n/a n/a 0 257
1990 272 2 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 277
1991 269 4 2 3 0 n/a n/a 0 278
1992 276 5 1 6 0 n/a n/a 0 288
1993 291 4 2 7 0 n/a n/a 0 304
1994 324 6 4 6 0 n/a n/a 0 340
1995 361 3 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 366
1996 361 3 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 366
1997 378 3 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 382
1998 397 4 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 401
1999 387 3 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 392
2000 390 3 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 394
2001 359 2 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 364
2002 535 2 3 2 0 n/a n/a 0 542
2003 535 2 3 2 0 n/a n/a 0 542
2004 493 3 7 6 0 n/a n/a 0 509
2005 475 4 3 4 0 n/a n/a 0 486
2006 442 5 5 2 0 n/a n/a 0 454
2007 418 0 3 2 0 n/a n/a 0 423
2008 399 1 3 3 0 n/a n/a 0 406
2009 390 2 4 4 0 n/a n/a 0 400
2010 391 1 3 6 0 n/a n/a 0 401
2011 365 2 1 6 1 0 0 0 375
2012 361 2 1 5 1 0 0 0 370
2013 361 0 0 5 2 0 0 0 368
2014 322 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 328
2015 315 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 323
2016 392 4 0 11 0 0 0 0 407
2017 350 2 0 12 0 0 0 0 364
2018 331 2 3 12 0 0 0 0 348
2019 318 1 4 10 0 0 2 0 335
2020 335 1 2 6 0 0 6 0 350
2021 295 1 2 5 0 0 3 0 306
2022 326 2 2 3 1 0 5 0 339
2023 330 1 1 2 1 0 5 0 340
2024 328 1 0 2 1 2 5 0 339

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 257 25.9 9.9 n/a
1990 277 23.6 11.7 n/a
1991 278 25.4 10.9 n/a
1992 288 25.4 11.3 n/a
1993 304 25.8 11.8 n/a
1994 340 27.1 12.5 24.7
1995 366 26.0 14.1 27.9
1996 366 26.0 14.1 27.9
1997 382 26.6 14.4 25.7
1998 401 27.5 14.6 26.2
1999 392 29.4 13.3 25.8
2000 394 32.2 12.2 28.2
2001 364 32.0 11.4 30.2
2002 542 39.5 13.7 34.3
2003 542 39.5 13.7 34.3
2004 509 n/a n/a n/a
2005 486 44.5 10.9 39.3
2006 454 50.0 9.1 34.8
2007 423 46.5 9.1 37.6
2008 406 47.8 8.5 39.2
2009 400 44.9 8.9 48.5
2010 401 43.8 9.1 37.7
2011 375 36.9 10.1 47.5
2012 370 36.2 10.2 51.1
2013 368 34.2 10.7 48.9
2014 328 31.6 10.3 52.4
2015 323 31.0 10.4 52
2016 407 36.0 11.3 52.6
2017 364 36.2 10.0 44.5
2018 348 36.1 9.6 48.3
2019 335 31.8 10.5 54.3
2020 350 36.9 9.4 49.1
2021 306 39.4 7.7 55.6
2022 339 41.4 8.1 46
2023 340 41.8 8.1 51.8
2024 339 44.3 7.6 49.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 257 25.9 9.9 n/a
1990 277 23.6 11.7 n/a
1991 278 25.4 10.9 n/a
1992 288 25.4 11.3 n/a
1993 304 25.8 11.8 n/a
1994 340 27.1 12.5 24.7
1995 366 26.0 14.1 27.9
1996 366 26.0 14.1 27.9
1997 382 26.6 14.4 25.7
1998 401 27.5 14.6 26.2
1999 392 29.4 13.3 25.8
2000 394 32.2 12.2 28.2
2001 364 32.0 11.4 30.2
2002 542 39.5 13.7 34.3
2003 542 39.5 13.7 34.3
2004 509 n/a n/a n/a
2005 486 44.5 10.9 39.3
2006 454 50.0 9.1 34.8
2007 423 46.5 9.1 37.6
2008 406 47.8 8.5 39.2
2009 400 44.9 8.9 48.5
2010 401 43.8 9.1 37.7
2011 375 36.9 10.1 47.5
2012 370 36.2 10.2 51.1
2013 368 34.2 10.7 48.9
2014 328 31.6 10.3 52.4
2015 323 31.0 10.4 52
2016 407 36.0 11.3 52.6
2017 364 36.2 10.0 44.5
2018 348 36.1 9.6 48.3
2019 335 31.8 10.5 54.3
2020 350 36.9 9.4 49.1
2021 306 39.4 7.7 55.6
2022 339 41.4 8.1 46
2023 340 41.8 8.1 51.8
2024 339 44.3 7.6 49.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricella
2013100.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
201499.1%0.0%0.0%99.7%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.7%99.7%99.7%
201599.7%0.3%0.0%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%
201695.0%1.1%0.0%98.7%98.9%98.9%98.9%98.1%98.1%98.4%
201799.2%0.6%0.0%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.2%99.4%
201899.4%0.0%0.3%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%100.0%99.7%99.7%
201999.7%0.0%0.0%100.0%99.7%99.7%99.7%100.0%100.0%99.7%

Data source: New York State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $893 (5.8%) $14,580 (94.2%) $15,473
2020 $708 (4.7%) $14,399 (95.3%) $15,107
2021 $938 (5.0%) $17,793 (95.0%) $18,731
2022 $2,126 (11.7%) $15,969 (88.3%) $18,095
2023 $845 (4.8%) $16,703 (95.2%) $17,548

Data source: New York Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Stuart M Townsend Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 913th of 2413 Elementary schoolsRanks 1647th of 2439 Elementary schools
 29.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Stuart M Townsend Elementary School)5231.3
 20.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Hadley-Luzerne Central School District)5231.3
 20.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York)5244.9
 7.1%
3rd Grade Math (Stuart M Townsend Elementary School)5862.1
 4.1%
   3rd Grade Math (Hadley-Luzerne Central School District)5862.1
 4.1%
   3rd Grade Math (New York)5453.7
 0.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Stuart M Townsend Elementary School)6737.8
 29.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Hadley-Luzerne Central School District)6537.8
 27.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4848.8
 0.8%
4th Grade Math (Stuart M Townsend Elementary School)6038.9
 21.1%
   4th Grade Math (Hadley-Luzerne Central School District)6038.9
 21.1%
   4th Grade Math (New York)5053.9
 3.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Stuart M Townsend Elementary School)3128.6
 2.4%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Hadley-Luzerne Central School District)2927.8
 1.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York)3845.1
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Stuart M Townsend Elementary School)5935.5
 23.5%
   5th Grade Math (Hadley-Luzerne Central School District)5634.4
 21.6%
   5th Grade Math (New York)4649.7
 3.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Stuart M Townsend Elementary School)5234.9
 17.1%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Hadley-Luzerne Central School District)5234.1
 17.9%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4745.8
 1.2%
6th Grade Math (Stuart M Townsend Elementary School)4437.5
 6.5%
   6th Grade Math (Hadley-Luzerne Central School District)4437.5
 6.5%
   6th Grade Math (New York)4748.1
 1.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students335340
 1.5%
African American11
American Indian01
Asian41
 75%
Hispanic102
 80%
Pacific Islander00
White318330
 3.8%
Two or More Races25
 150%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients54.3%51.8%
 2.6%


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In the 2023-24 school year, 339 students attended Stuart M Townsend Elementary School.

Students at Stuart M Townsend Elementary School are 97% White, 1% Two or more races.

Students who attend Stuart M Townsend Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Hadley-Luzerne Junior-Senior High School

Stuart M Townsend Elementary School ranks 1391st of 2445 New York elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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