Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Genesee Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genesee Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Genesee Street Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
Campus Size
37
School Motto
'Prepare for the Future'
School Mascot
Maroons
School Rankings
Genesee Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genesee Street Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#3769 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
19%
16%
White
55%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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: Maroons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genesee Street Elementary School's ranking?
Genesee Street Elementary School is ranked #3769 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Genesee Street Elementary School often compared to?
Genesee Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casey Park Elementary School, William H Seward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Genesee Street Elementary School?
358 students attend Genesee Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Genesee Street Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Genesee Street Elementary School?
Genesee Street Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Genesee Street Elementary School offer ?
Genesee Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Genesee Street Elementary School part of?
Genesee Street Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
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