Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Portville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Portville Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Portville, NY, encompassing approximately 72.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Portville Elementary School's student population of 534 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portville Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1219 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
39%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portville Elementary School's ranking?
Portville Elementary School is ranked #1219 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Portville Elementary School often compared to?
Portville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington West Elementary School, Allegany-limestone Elementary School, Hinsdale Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Portville Elementary School?
534 students attend Portville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Portville Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portville Elementary School?
Portville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Portville Elementary School offer ?
Portville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Portville Elementary School part of?
Portville Elementary School is part of Portville Central School District.
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