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#3577 of 4,742 schools in NY
Center Street School
Elementary School · HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
812 CENTER ST, Horseheads, NY 14845
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,577 of 4,742
In Horseheads
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Center Street School
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About Center Street School
Center Street School is a public elementary school in Horseheads, NY, part of HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Center Street School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,577 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Center Street School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Center Street School — Students at Center Street School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 4.3/10.
How Center Street School Compares
See how Center Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
812 CENTER ST, Horseheads, NY 14845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Elmira), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Horseheads, see our Horseheads schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORSEHEADS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| RIDGE ROAD SCHOOL Horseheads | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira | 3.7 mi | 2.7 |
| ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY Elmira | 4.4 mi | 2.5 |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira | 4.5 mi | 3.0 |
| THOMAS K BEECHER SCHOOL Elmira | 4.7 mi | 2.2 |
| ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Elmira | 5.0 mi | — |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Elmira | 5.4 mi | 2.4 |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL Elmira | 5.6 mi | 3.1 |
| HENDY AVENUE SCHOOL Elmira | 5.7 mi | 2.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 5.7 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 5.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,617
Median Home Value
$183,900
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
20,552
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLONIAL VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 5.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park, NY | 5.0 |
| EAST HILL SCHOOL Canajoharie, NY | 5.0 |
| GENESEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Geneseo, NY | 5.0 |
| GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta, NY | 5.0 |
| GUARDINO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clayton, NY | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center Street School
What grades does Center Street School serve?
Center Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Center Street School?
Center Street School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Center Street School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center Street School rank in NY?
Center Street School ranks #3,577 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Center Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Center Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Center Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center Street School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Center Street School a charter school?
No, Center Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center Street School a Title I school?
No, Center Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Center Street School?
49.0% of students at Center Street 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 314
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Chemung County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (607) 739-5601
Resources & Links
District
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,826
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,693
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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