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Bemus Point Elementary School

Elementary School · BEMUS POINT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 468, Bemus Point, NY 14712

Enrollment

293

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,041 of 4,742

In Bemus Point

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

BEMUS POINT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Bemus Point Elementary School

5.6/10

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About Bemus Point Elementary School

Bemus Point Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bemus Point, NY, part of BEMUS POINT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bemus Point Elementary School serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bemus Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,041 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bemus Point Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Bemus Point Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,538
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Bemus Point Elementary School — Students at Bemus Point Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (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
97%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
58.5%
ELA
57.3%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
45%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Bemus Point Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in NY
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

Location

PO BOX 468, Bemus Point, NY 14712

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bemus Point Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PANAMA K-6 SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Panama), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Mayville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bemus Point, see our Bemus Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MAPLE GROVE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bemus Point 3.3 mi 6.4
SOUTHWESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown 6.9 mi 5.1
SOUTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Jamestown 6.9 mi 7.9
SOUTHWESTERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown 7.0 mi 4.4
PANAMA K-6 SCHOOL Panama 7.6 mi 7.7
PANAMA HIGH SCHOOL Panama 7.6 mi 8.7
CHAUTAUQUA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jamestown 7.5 mi 5.6
CASSADAGA VALLEY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Sinclairville 8.4 mi 6.9
ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown 8.4 mi 7.4
PERSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown 8.7 mi 3.5
SINCLAIRVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sinclairville 9.1 mi 6.4
SAMUEL G LOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown 8.6 mi 3.7
CHAUTAUQUA LAKE SECONDARY SCHOOL Mayville 9.4 mi 6.7
CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville 9.4 mi 7.7
GEORGE WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown 8.7 mi 4.5
BURDICK RD AMISH SCHOOL Mayville 10.8 mi
JAMESTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Jamestown 9.0 mi 6.3
MILTON J FLETCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown 9.3 mi 3.5
FOREST AMISH SCHOOL Sugar Grove 11.6 mi
CARLYLE C RING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown 9.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,423

Median Home Value

$219,000

Median Rent

$775/mo

Population

3,079

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

90.5%

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

58.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bemus Point Elementary School

What grades does Bemus Point Elementary School serve?

Bemus Point Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bemus Point Elementary School?

Bemus Point Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bemus Point Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bemus Point Elementary School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bemus Point Elementary School rank in NY?

Bemus Point Elementary School ranks #3,041 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bemus Point Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bemus Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Bemus Point Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bemus Point Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bemus Point Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bemus Point Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

37.5% of students at Bemus Point 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Chautauqua County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

BEMUS POINT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
598
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,538
District Rank
#2 of 2

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