For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 410 students in Elba, NY.
The top-ranked public schools in Elba, NY are Elba Junior-senior High School and Elba Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elba, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the New York public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Elba have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elba, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elba Junior-senior High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
57 S Main St
Elba, NY 14058
(585) 757-9967
Elba, NY 14058
(585) 757-9967
Gr: 7-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Elba Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
57 S Main St
Elba, NY 14058
(585) 757-9967
Elba, NY 14058
(585) 757-9967
Gr: PK-6 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elba, NY?
The top-ranked public schools in Elba, NY include Elba Junior-senior High School and Elba Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Elba?
2 public schools are located in Elba.
What is the racial composition of students in Elba?
Elba public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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