Serving 391 students in grades 3-6, Hendy Avenue 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 24% (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 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hendy Avenue School serves the west part of Elmira, NY, covering an area of approximately 13.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hendy Avenue School's student population of 391 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hendy Avenue 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 Hendy Avenue School is 0.51, 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
#4009 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
67%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hendy Avenue School's ranking?
Hendy Avenue School is ranked #4009 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hendy Avenue School often compared to?
Hendy Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadway Elementary School, Thomas K Beecher School, Cohen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% 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 Hendy Avenue School?
391 students attend Hendy Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hendy Avenue School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hendy Avenue School?
Hendy Avenue School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hendy Avenue School offer ?
Hendy Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hendy Avenue School part of?
Hendy Avenue School is part of Elmira City School District.
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