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#1450 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 31% in state

African Road Elementary School

Elementary School · VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

600 S BENITA BLVD, Vestal, NY 13850

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,450 of 4,742

In Vestal

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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African Road Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Vestal · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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7.7/10

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About African Road Elementary School

African Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vestal, NY, part of VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. African Road Elementary School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. African Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,450 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for African Road Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,659
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

African Road Elementary School — Students at African Road Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
61.5%
ELA
74.5%
2022
Math
64.5%
ELA
58.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How African Road Elementary School Compares

See how African Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in NY
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

600 S BENITA BLVD, Vestal, NY 13850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering African Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOMER BRINK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Endwell), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHILDREN'S UNIT FOR TREATMENT & EVALUATION (rated 6.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Binghamton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, VESTAL HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Vestal, see our Vestal schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
VESTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Vestal 0.0 mi 7.0
HOMER BRINK SCHOOL Endwell 2.1 mi 7.7
VESTAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vestal 1.7 mi 8.9
CLAYTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal 1.8 mi 6.4
UNION-ENDICOTT HIGH SCHOOL Endicott 1.9 mi 7.6
SETON CATHOLIC AT ALL SAINTS Endicott 2.0 mi 5.7
SETON CATHOLIC AT ALL SAINTS Endicott 2.0 mi 5.7
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal 2.3 mi 5.8
MAINE-ENDWELL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Endwell 2.8 mi 7.7
MAINE-ENDWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Endwell 3.3 mi 5.6
GEORGE F JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 3.1 mi 4.4
JENNIE F SNAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL Endicott 2.6 mi 5.2
CHILDREN'S UNIT FOR TREATMENT & EVALUATION Binghamton 2.7 mi 6.6
VESTAL HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal 3.1 mi 6.5
LINNAEUS W WEST SCHOOL Endicott 3.4 mi 6.4
HILLEL ACADEMY OF BROOME COUNTY Vestal 3.2 mi
JOHNSON CITY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Johnson City 4.0 mi 7.6
ANN G MCGUINNESS ELEMENTAR SCHOOL Endicott 3.6 mi 5.5
CHARLES F JOHNSON JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 3.5 mi 2.9
THE CRESCENT ACADEMY Johnson City 3.7 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,627

Median Home Value

$185,700

Median Rent

$1,111/mo

Population

23,675

College Educated

45.1%

Homeownership

77.6%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

41.9

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G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Eden, NY 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about African Road Elementary School

What grades does African Road Elementary School serve?

African Road Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend African Road Elementary School?

African Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at African Road Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at African Road Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does African Road Elementary School rank in NY?

African Road Elementary School ranks #1,450 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is African Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

African Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at African Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, African Road Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is African Road Elementary School a charter school?

No, African Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is African Road Elementary School a Title I school?

No, African Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for African Road Elementary School?

33.7% of students at African Road Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Broome County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

VESTAL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,485
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,659
District Rank
#2 of 7

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