Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, K C Heffernan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: K C Heffernan Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Marcellus school district, covering approximately 60.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
K C Heffernan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
K C Heffernan Elementary School's student population of 471 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
K C Heffernan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of K C Heffernan Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#965 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is K C Heffernan Elementary School's ranking?
K C Heffernan Elementary School is ranked #965 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are K C Heffernan Elementary School often compared to?
K C Heffernan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend K C Heffernan Elementary School?
471 students attend K C Heffernan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of K C Heffernan Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of K C Heffernan Elementary School?
K C Heffernan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does K C Heffernan Elementary School offer ?
K C Heffernan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is K C Heffernan Elementary School part of?
K C Heffernan Elementary School is part of Marcellus Central School District.
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