Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Apalachin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Apalachin Elementary School serves the southern part of Apalachin, NY, covering an area of approximately 63.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apalachin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Apalachin Elementary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apalachin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apalachin Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1309 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apalachin Elementary School's ranking?
Apalachin Elementary School is ranked #1309 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Apalachin Elementary School often compared to?
Apalachin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owego Elementary School, Owego Free Academy, Owego-apalachin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Apalachin Elementary School?
382 students attend Apalachin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Apalachin Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apalachin Elementary School?
Apalachin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Apalachin Elementary School offer ?
Apalachin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Apalachin Elementary School part of?
Apalachin Elementary School is part of Owego-Apalachin Central School District.
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