Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Owego Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owego Elementary School serves the northern part of Owego, NY, covering an area of approximately 34.4 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owego Elementary School's student population of 497 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Owego Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owego Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#2068 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owego Elementary School's ranking?
Owego Elementary School is ranked #2068 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Owego Elementary School often compared to?
Owego Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apalachin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Owego Elementary School?
497 students attend Owego Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Owego Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owego Elementary School?
Owego Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Owego Elementary School offer ?
Owego Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owego Elementary School part of?
Owego Elementary School is part of Owego-Apalachin Central School District.
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