Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Elmcrest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 47%
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmcrest Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
To prepare each child to achieve academic and personal excellence.
School Mascot
Legends
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elmcrest Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
74%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Legends
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Elmcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Elmcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fabius-pompey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elmcrest Elementary School?
371 students attend Elmcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Elmcrest Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmcrest Elementary School?
Elmcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elmcrest Elementary School offer ?
Elmcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elmcrest Elementary School part of?
Elmcrest Elementary School is part of Liverpool Central School District.
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