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#3803 of 4,742 schools in NY

D B Bunce Elementary School

Elementary School · PAVILION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

7071 YORK RD, Pavilion, NY 14525

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,803 of 4,742

In Pavilion

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

PAVILION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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D B Bunce Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Pavilion · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About D B Bunce Elementary School

D B Bunce Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pavilion, NY, part of PAVILION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. D B Bunce Elementary School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. D B Bunce Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,803 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for D B Bunce Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 8.2:1 students to teachers, D B Bunce Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

D B Bunce 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.2 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,292
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

D B Bunce Elementary School — Students at D B Bunce Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 40.1% (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
97.5%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
50.3%
ELA
47.3%
2022
Math
37.2%
ELA
28.7%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How D B Bunce Elementary School Compares

See how D B Bunce Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in NY
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

7071 YORK RD, Pavilion, NY 14525

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering D B Bunce Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALEDONIA-MUMFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Caledonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN KENNEDY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Batavia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOLCOTT STREET SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Le Roy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pavilion, see our Pavilion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PAVILION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pavilion 0.2 mi 5.5
WYOMING CENTRAL SCHOOL Wyoming 5.3 mi 4.7
LE ROY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Le Roy 6.4 mi 6.0
GENESEE VALLEY BOCES Le Roy 6.8 mi 5.7
WOLCOTT STREET SCHOOL Le Roy 7.3 mi 5.8
SILVER LAKE MENNONITE SCHOOL Perry 7.1 mi
YORK CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Retsof 6.8 mi 5.5
YORK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Retsof 6.8 mi 5.9
PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Perry 10.2 mi 4.6
PERRY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Perry 10.2 mi 5.9
WARSAW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw 10.8 mi 8.0
WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw 10.8 mi 6.2
WARSAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warsaw 11.0 mi 4.7
CALEDONIA-MUMFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caledonia 11.1 mi 7.9
CALEDONIA-MUMFORD MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Caledonia 11.2 mi 8.0
BYRON-BERGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergen 13.9 mi 4.5
JACKSON SCHOOL Batavia 11.5 mi 3.8
JOHN KENNEDY SCHOOL Batavia 12.1 mi 6.1
BATAVIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Batavia 11.9 mi 5.4
ST JOSEPH REGIONAL SCHOOL Batavia 12.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14525 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,711

Median Home Value

$154,200

Median Rent

$805/mo

Population

2,532

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

88.9%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about D B Bunce Elementary School

What grades does D B Bunce Elementary School serve?

D B Bunce Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend D B Bunce Elementary School?

D B Bunce Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at D B Bunce Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at D B Bunce Elementary School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does D B Bunce Elementary School rank in NY?

D B Bunce Elementary School ranks #3,803 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is D B Bunce Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

D B Bunce Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 D B Bunce Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, D B Bunce Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is D B Bunce Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is D B Bunce Elementary School a Title I school?

No, D B Bunce Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for D B Bunce Elementary School?

34.8% of students at D B Bunce 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Genesee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

PAVILION CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
624
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,292
District Rank
#2 of 2

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