Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarence Center Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarence Center Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Clarence Center, NY, covering an area of approximately 23.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarence Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Clarence Center Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 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 Rankings
Clarence Center Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarence Center Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1190 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarence Center Elementary School's ranking?
Clarence Center Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Clarence Center Elementary School?
406 students attend Clarence Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Clarence Center Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarence Center Elementary School?
Clarence Center Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clarence Center Elementary School offer ?
Clarence Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarence Center Elementary School part of?
Clarence Center Elementary School is part of Clarence Central School District.
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