Serving 1,250 students in grades 10-12, Elmira High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmira High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elmira High School's student population of 1,250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmira High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmira High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#670 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
72%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmira High School's ranking?
Elmira High School is ranked #670 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Elmira High School often compared to?
Elmira High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horseheads Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmira High School?
The graduation rate of Elmira High School is 75%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Elmira High School?
1,250 students attend Elmira High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Elmira High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmira High School?
Elmira High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elmira High School offer ?
Elmira High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmira High School part of?
Elmira High School is part of Elmira City School District.
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