Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ellicottville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Ellicottville Elementary School encompasses the entire school district in Ellicottville, NY, covering an area of approximately 111.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellicottville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ellicottville Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Embracing Change, Celebrating Success, Surpassing Expectations
School Rankings
Ellicottville 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 Ellicottville 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
#1543 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
90%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Ellicottville Elementary School's ranking?
Ellicottville Elementary School is ranked #1543 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ellicottville Elementary School often compared to?
Ellicottville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cattaraugus-little Valley Elementary School, G N Chapman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ellicottville Elementary School?
218 students attend Ellicottville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ellicottville Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellicottville Elementary School?
Ellicottville Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ellicottville Elementary School offer ?
Ellicottville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ellicottville Elementary School part of?
Ellicottville Elementary School is part of Ellicottville Central School District.
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