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Afton Elementary School
Elementary School · AFTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 5, Afton, NY 13730
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,275 of 4,742
In Afton
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
AFTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Afton Elementary School
Afton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Afton, NY, part of AFTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Afton Elementary School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Afton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,275 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Afton Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Afton Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Afton Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
42% of students at Afton Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Afton Elementary School — Students at Afton Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.3/10.
How Afton Elementary School Compares
See how Afton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 5, Afton, NY 13730
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Afton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A F PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL / WINDSOR CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREENE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Greene), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREENE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Greene), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Afton, see our Afton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,466
Median Home Value
$119,500
Median Rent
$811/mo
Population
2,763
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
53.1
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| BOSTON VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 3.9 |
| CLOUGH PREK CENTER Rome, NY | 3.9 |
| DALTON-NUNDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nunda, NY | 3.9 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.9 |
| SAINT JOSEPH'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malone, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Afton Elementary School
What grades does Afton Elementary School serve?
Afton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Afton Elementary School?
Afton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Afton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Afton Elementary School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Afton Elementary School rank in NY?
Afton Elementary School ranks #4,275 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Afton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Afton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Afton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Afton Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Afton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Afton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Afton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Afton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Afton Elementary School?
49.8% of students at Afton 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Chenango County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (607) 639-8234
Resources & Links
District
AFTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 486
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,107
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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