Serving 491 students in grades Kindergarten-6, William H Seward 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William H Seward Elementary School serves the southwest part of Auburn, NY, covering an area of approximately 13.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
William H Seward Elementary School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William H Seward 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 William H Seward 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
#2651 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
68%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William H Seward Elementary School's ranking?
William H Seward Elementary School is ranked #2651 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William H Seward Elementary School often compared to?
William H Seward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casey Park Elementary School, Genesee Street Elementary School, Herman Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William H Seward Elementary School?
491 students attend William H Seward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of William H Seward Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H Seward Elementary School?
William H Seward Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William H Seward Elementary School offer ?
William H Seward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William H Seward Elementary School part of?
William H Seward Elementary School is part of Auburn City School District.
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