Serving 426 students in grades 1-4, Elm Street Elementary 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 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elm Street Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waverly, NY, covering approximately 86.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Street Elementary School's student population of 426 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elm Street 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 Elm Street Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#3557 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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
Sports
Colors
KIDS. COMMUNITY. EACH OTHER
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Street Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Street Elementary School is ranked #3557 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elm Street Elementary School?
426 students attend Elm Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elm Street Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Street Elementary School?
Elm Street Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elm Street Elementary School offer ?
Elm Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elm Street Elementary School part of?
Elm Street Elementary School is part of Waverly Central School District.
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