Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Elma Primary 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Elma Primary School serves the northwest part of its school district in Elma, NY, covering an area of approximately 22 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elma Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elma Primary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elma Primary 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 Elma Primary School is 0.10, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elma Primary School's ranking?
Elma Primary 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 Elma Primary School often compared to?
Elma Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elma Primary School?
260 students attend Elma Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Elma Primary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elma Primary School?
Elma Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elma Primary School offer ?
Elma Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elma Primary School part of?
Elma Primary School is part of Iroquois Central School District.
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