Fassett Elementary School serves 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Attendance Zone: Fassett Elementary School serves the northeast part of Elmira, NY, covering an area of approximately 41.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fassett Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fassett Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)50-54%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)45-49%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Fassett Elementary School?
295 students attend Fassett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Fassett Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fassett Elementary School?
Fassett Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fassett Elementary School offer ?
Fassett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fassett Elementary School part of?
Fassett Elementary School is part of Elmira City School District.
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