Serving 364 students in grades 3-6, Broadway 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Broadway Elementary School serves the southwest part of Elmira, NY, covering an area of approximately 54.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broadway Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Rankings
Broadway 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 Broadway Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#2773 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
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Black
5%
15%
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White
83%
39%
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Two or more races
10%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadway Elementary School's ranking?
Broadway Elementary School is ranked #2773 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Broadway Elementary School often compared to?
Broadway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendy Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Broadway Elementary School?
364 students attend Broadway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Broadway Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broadway Elementary School?
Broadway Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Broadway Elementary School offer ?
Broadway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Broadway Elementary School part of?
Broadway Elementary School is part of Elmira City School District.
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