Serving 222 students in grades 3-5, Harvey C Fenner 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Harvey C Fenner Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Falconer, NY, covering approximately 74.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harvey C Fenner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harvey C Fenner Elementary School's student population of 222 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Are Falcon Strong
School Rankings
Harvey C Fenner 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 Harvey C Fenner Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3425 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Falcon Red and Gold
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvey C Fenner Elementary School's ranking?
Harvey C Fenner Elementary School is ranked #3425 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harvey C Fenner Elementary School?
222 students attend Harvey C Fenner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Harvey C Fenner Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harvey C Fenner Elementary School?
Harvey C Fenner Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harvey C Fenner Elementary School offer ?
Harvey C Fenner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harvey C Fenner Elementary School part of?
Harvey C Fenner Elementary School is part of Falconer Central School District.
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