Serving 185 students in grades 7-12, Elba Junior-senior High 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 30-39% (which is lower 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 6:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elba Junior-Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 43.1 square miles in Elba, NY. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elba Junior-senior High School's student population of 185 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 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We will create a respectful, safe, and engaging environment which will empower and inspire our students to be continuous learners who are challenged to succeed.
School Rankings
Elba Junior-senior High 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 Elba Junior-senior High School is 0.32, 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
#2543 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
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
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Elba Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Elba Junior-senior High School is ranked #2543 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Elba Junior-senior High School often compared to?
Elba Junior-senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron-bergen Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Elba Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Elba Junior-senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Elba Junior-senior High School?
185 students attend Elba Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Elba Junior-senior High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elba Junior-senior High School?
Elba Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elba Junior-senior High School offer ?
Elba Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elba Junior-senior High School part of?
Elba Junior-senior High School is part of Elba Central School District.
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