Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beverly J Martin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beverly J Martin Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ithaca, NY, covering approximately 162.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 14.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beverly J Martin Elementary School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Beverly J Martin 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 Beverly J Martin Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
22%
15%
White
42%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beverly J Martin Elementary School's ranking?
Beverly J Martin Elementary School is ranked #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Beverly J Martin Elementary School often compared to?
Beverly J Martin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Sherman School, Fall Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Beverly J Martin Elementary School?
258 students attend Beverly J Martin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Beverly J Martin Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beverly J Martin Elementary School?
Beverly J Martin Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Beverly J Martin Elementary School offer ?
Beverly J Martin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beverly J Martin Elementary School part of?
Beverly J Martin Elementary School is part of Ithaca City School District.
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