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#1912 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 40% in state

Apalachin Elementary School

Elementary School · OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

405 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Apalachin, NY 13732

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,912 of 4,742

In Apalachin

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Apalachin Elementary School

6.8/10

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About Apalachin Elementary School

Apalachin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Apalachin, NY, part of OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Apalachin Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Apalachin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,912 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Apalachin Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.9 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,413
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Apalachin Elementary School — Students at Apalachin Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 51.4% (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
96%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
66.3%
2022
Math
61.7%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Apalachin Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in NY
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Location

405 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Apalachin, NY 13732

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Apalachin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Vestal), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OWEGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Owego), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TIOGA HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Apalachin, see our Apalachin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
THOMAS J WATSON SR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 1.6 mi 5.4
TIOGA HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin 1.7 mi 6.8
ROSS CORNERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vestal 3.2 mi 6.4
CHARLES F JOHNSON JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 4.3 mi 2.9
ANN G MCGUINNESS ELEMENTAR SCHOOL Endicott 5.4 mi 5.5
LINNAEUS W WEST SCHOOL Endicott 5.4 mi 6.4
JENNIE F SNAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL Endicott 5.3 mi 5.2
CLAYTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal 5.7 mi 6.4
SETON CATHOLIC AT ALL SAINTS Endicott 6.0 mi 5.7
SETON CATHOLIC AT ALL SAINTS Endicott 6.0 mi 5.7
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal 5.7 mi 5.8
VESTAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vestal 5.8 mi 8.9
UNION-ENDICOTT HIGH SCHOOL Endicott 6.0 mi 7.6
OWEGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Owego 6.8 mi 7.0
OWEGO FREE ACADEMY Owego 6.9 mi 7.7
OWEGO-APALACHIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Owego 7.0 mi 6.0
GEORGE F JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 7.2 mi 4.4
VESTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Vestal 7.5 mi 7.0
AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal 7.5 mi 7.3
MAINE-ENDWELL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Endwell 8.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,180

Median Home Value

$182,400

Median Rent

$984/mo

Population

7,438

College Educated

34.8%

Homeownership

86.3%

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Apalachin Elementary School

What grades does Apalachin Elementary School serve?

Apalachin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Apalachin Elementary School?

Apalachin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Apalachin Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Apalachin Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Apalachin Elementary School rank in NY?

Apalachin Elementary School ranks #1,912 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Apalachin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Apalachin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Apalachin Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Apalachin Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Apalachin Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Apalachin Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

32.4% of students at Apalachin 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Tioga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

District

OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,973
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,413
District Rank
#3 of 4

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