Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pine Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Valley Elementary School serves the entire district of South Dayton, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 115.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive to the school of about 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Valley Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Pine Valley 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 Pine Valley Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#3454 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Valley Elementary School is ranked #3454 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pine Valley Elementary School?
319 students attend Pine Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pine Valley Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Valley Elementary School?
Pine Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pine Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pine Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine Valley Elementary School part of?
Pine Valley Elementary School is part of Pine Valley Central School District (South Dayton).
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