Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berlin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berlin Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Berlin, NY, encompassing approximately 161.6 square miles, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 8.9 miles and the furthest edge located 14 miles away. Parents can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school from anywhere within the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berlin Elementary School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berlin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berlin Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#2447 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berlin Elementary School's ranking?
Berlin Elementary School is ranked #2447 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Berlin Elementary School?
256 students attend Berlin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Berlin Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berlin Elementary School?
Berlin Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berlin Elementary School offer ?
Berlin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berlin Elementary School part of?
Berlin Elementary School is part of Berlin Central School District.
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