Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Canisteo-greenwood 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 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canisteo-Greenwood Elementary/Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Canisteo, NY, encompassing approximately 192.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canisteo-greenwood 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 Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2196 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
98%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School is ranked #2196 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Canisteo-greenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avoca Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School?
507 students attend Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School?
Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School offer ?
Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School part of?
Canisteo-greenwood Elementary School is part of Canisteo-Greenwood Csd School District.
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