Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northeast School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ithaca, NY, covering approximately 162.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northeast School's student population of 347 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Northeast School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast School is 0.69, 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
#652 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
46%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast School's ranking?
Northeast School is ranked #652 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Northeast School often compared to?
Northeast Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cayuga Heights Elementary School, Belle Sherman 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Northeast School?
347 students attend Northeast School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Northeast School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast School?
Northeast School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northeast School offer ?
Northeast School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northeast School part of?
Northeast School is part of Ithaca City School District.
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