Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Tecumseh Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tecumseh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tecumseh Elementary School's student population of 332 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tecumseh 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 Tecumseh Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#887 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
68%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tecumseh Elementary School's ranking?
Tecumseh Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Tecumseh Elementary School often compared to?
Tecumseh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moses Dewitt Elementary School, Jamesville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Tecumseh Elementary School?
332 students attend Tecumseh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tecumseh Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tecumseh Elementary School?
Tecumseh Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tecumseh Elementary School offer ?
Tecumseh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tecumseh Elementary School part of?
Tecumseh Elementary School is part of Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District.
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