Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bolivar-richburg 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 25-29% (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 and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bolivar-Richburg Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Richburg, NY, covering approximately 98.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bolivar-richburg Elementary School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bolivar-richburg 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 Bolivar-richburg 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
#2660 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)
25-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
4%
5%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolivar-richburg Elementary School's ranking?
Bolivar-richburg Elementary School is ranked #2660 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bolivar-richburg Elementary School often compared to?
Bolivar-richburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cuba-rushford Elementary School, Wellsville Elementary School, Scio Central School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bolivar-richburg Elementary School?
298 students attend Bolivar-richburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bolivar-richburg Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolivar-richburg Elementary School?
Bolivar-richburg Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bolivar-richburg Elementary School offer ?
Bolivar-richburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bolivar-richburg Elementary School part of?
Bolivar-richburg Elementary School is part of Bolivar-Richburg Central School District.
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