Serving 1,249 students in grades 10-12, Elmira High School ranks in the top 20% 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 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmira High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Elmira High School's student population of 1,249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmira High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmira High School is 0.47, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#606 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmira High School's ranking?
Elmira High School is ranked #606 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Elmira High School often compared to?
Elmira High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horseheads Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmira High School?
The graduation rate of Elmira High School is 82%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elmira High School?
1,249 students attend Elmira High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Elmira High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmira High School?
Elmira High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elmira High School offer ?
Elmira High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmira High School part of?
Elmira High School is part of Elmira City School District.
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