CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in NIAGARA FALLS, NY with about 496 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 6431 Girard Ave in Niagara Falls, New York, is part of the Niagara Falls City School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience that emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, aiming to prepare its elementary-aged students for success as they transition into middle school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Cataract Elementary functions as a vital hub for the local community, emphasizing the importance of home-school partnerships. The school utilizes various resources to help students meet New York State learning standards while offering programs that cater to diverse learning needs. By prioritizing a structured and inclusive atmosphere, Cataract Elementary strives to instill a sense of citizenship and academic curiosity in its students, ensuring they have the tools necessary to succeed within the broader Niagara Falls school community.

For more information, contact CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (716) 278-9120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6431 GIRARD AVE
NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304-2223
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CATARACT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in NIAGARA FALLS, NY with about 496 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
496
Teachers:
30
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 496 students

White
41.1%
Black or African American
33.1%
Two or more races
16.3%
Hispanic/Latino
7.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%
Asian
0.8%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.