Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Penn Yan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 52% (which is equal to 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 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Penn Yan Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 182.4 square miles in Penn Yan, NY. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Yan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Penn Yan Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Lead. We Achieve. Together We Make a Difference.
School Rankings
Penn Yan Elementary 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 Penn Yan Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2410 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
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)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)22.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Penn Yan Elementary School's ranking?
Penn Yan Elementary School is ranked #2410 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Penn Yan Elementary School often compared to?
Penn Yan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dundee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Penn Yan Elementary School?
545 students attend Penn Yan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Penn Yan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Yan Elementary School?
Penn Yan Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Penn Yan Elementary School offer ?
Penn Yan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Yan Elementary School part of?
Penn Yan Elementary School is part of Penn Yan Central School District.
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