Serving 338 students in grades 3-6, Thomas K Beecher 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 13% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas K Beecher School's student population of 338 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas K Beecher 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 Thomas K Beecher School is 0.62, 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
#4285 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
56%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas K Beecher School's ranking?
Thomas K Beecher School is ranked #4285 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Thomas K Beecher School often compared to?
Thomas K Beecher Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendy Avenue School, Cohen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Thomas K Beecher School?
338 students attend Thomas K Beecher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Thomas K Beecher School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas K Beecher School?
Thomas K Beecher School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas K Beecher School offer ?
Thomas K Beecher School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas K Beecher School part of?
Thomas K Beecher School is part of Elmira City School District.
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