The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the New York state average of 58%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (11-12)
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Asian
(11-12)n/a
9%
Hispanic
(11-12)n/a
23%
Black
(11-12)46%
18%
White
(11-12)54%
48%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
1%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NY state average).
How many students attend Elmira Alternative High School At Washington School?
35 students attend Elmira Alternative High School At Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Elmira Alternative High School At Washington School students are White, and 46% of students are Black.
What school district is Elmira Alternative High School At Washington School part of?
Elmira Alternative High School At Washington School is part of Elmira City School District.
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