Serving 509 students in grades 3-5, Johnson City Elementary/intermediate 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 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate 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 Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School is 0.71, 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
#3753 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
12%
15%
White
47%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School's ranking?
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School is ranked #3753 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School?
509 students attend Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School?
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School offer ?
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School part of?
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School is part of Johnson City Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love Johnson City School district, my oldest son has gone there since he went to kindergarten until 3rd than we moved for 4th and 5th and 6th grade. Then we moved back to the school district for my oldest son to start 7th,8th,9th,10th, my other son to 1st,2nd,3rd,4th a daughter to start kindergarten and 1st. They have the best teachers and education. Also, I meet the most amazing a wonderful teacher Mrs. McCoy I'm glad that we moved back.
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