Lake Avenue Elementary School

Lake Avenue Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
126 Lake Ave,  Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Springs City School District
5.0
385 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Dr. Barbara Messier
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Math Proficiency
82%
Reading Proficiency
72%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
82%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
3%
State Average
13%
Math
6%
State Average
20%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
White
85.9%
Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
Economically disadvantaged
25.9%
Hispanic
6.3%
Two or more races
5.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Native American
<1%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 6 Reviews
5.0 other
11/21/2025
I went to Lake Ave for my K-5 education, and it was a very enjoyable educational experience. I only disliked one teacher ever out of any that I met, and the teachers were very considerate for students that learned differently than others. I felt more at home in that building than anywhere else for 6...
5.0 parent
5/26/2017
Incredible school community with teachers that make Learning magical!
5.0 other
6/29/2014
Probably the best elementary school in America if not the world. A warm, happy and safe place for all children. A place without bullies or fights. It recently won the Blue Ribbon School award of academic excellence based on students' NYS Test scores. Amazing school over all.
5.0 parent
3/29/2011
Great school. Warm, friendly & a staff that goes above & beyond for your child. I've had 3 children here & have been very happy.

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Lake Avenue Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Saratoga Springs, NY, in the Saratoga Springs neighborhood, and is served by the Saratoga Springs City School District in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 385 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 82% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Lake Avenue Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $729,029. Discover additional schools in the area, like Saratoga Springs High School, Saratoga Central Catholic School, Maple Avenue Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Saratoga Springs has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lake Avenue Elementary School.

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