Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clinton Elementary School ranks in the top 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 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clinton Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students for a Lifelong Journey
School Rankings
Clinton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1443 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
86%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Elementary School's ranking?
Clinton Elementary School is ranked #1443 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clinton Elementary School often compared to?
Clinton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Senior High School, Frankfort-schuyler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Clinton Elementary School?
563 students attend Clinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Clinton Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton Elementary School?
Clinton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clinton Elementary School offer ?
Clinton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clinton Elementary School part of?
Clinton Elementary School is part of Clinton Central School District.
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