Below Average
#3744 of 4,742 schools in NY
Elm Street Elementary School
Elementary School · WAVERLY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
145 ELM ST, Waverly, NY 14892
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
1st – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,744 of 4,742
In Waverly
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
WAVERLY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Elm Street Elementary School
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About Elm Street Elementary School
Elm Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waverly, NY, part of WAVERLY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Elm Street Elementary School serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,744 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Street Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Elm Street Elementary School — Students at Elm Street Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.9%
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: 5.2/10.
How Elm Street Elementary School Compares
See how Elm Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
145 ELM ST, Waverly, NY 14892
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SRU El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby East Smithfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Sayre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Tioga Center), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waverly, see our Waverly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAVERLY HIGH SCHOOL Waverly | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| WAVERLY MIDDLE SCHOOL Waverly | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| LINCOLN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Snyder El Sch Sayre | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Sayre | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Sayre Area HS Sayre | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Athens Area HS Athens | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Audrielle Lynch-Ellen Bustin El Sch Athens | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Harlan Rowe MS Athens | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SRU El Sch East Smithfield | 11.2 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTH ROME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome | 11.4 mi | 6.1 |
| TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tioga Center | 9.9 mi | 7.3 |
| TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tioga Center | 9.9 mi | 5.2 |
| TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tioga Center | 9.9 mi | 8.9 |
| SPENCER-VAN ETTEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Van Etten | 13.5 mi | 6.2 |
| SPENCER-VAN ETTEN HIGH SCHOOL Spencer | 13.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Northern Tier Career Center Towanda | 14.3 mi | — |
| SPENCER-VAN ETTEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Spencer | 14.5 mi | 7.0 |
| UNION VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ulster | 12.4 mi | — |
| Towanda Area JSHS Towanda | 16.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14892 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,143
Median Home Value
$139,500
Median Rent
$911/mo
Population
7,531
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
48.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk, NY | 4.8 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 4.8 |
| GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL Monticello, NY | 4.8 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Street Elementary School
What grades does Elm Street Elementary School serve?
Elm Street Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 4th.
How many students attend Elm Street Elementary School?
Elm Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Street Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Street Elementary School rank in NY?
Elm Street Elementary School ranks #3,744 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Elm Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Elm Street Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Street Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elm Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, Elm Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Elm Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elm Street Elementary School?
48.9% of students at Elm Street 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
- 1st – 4th
- Enrollment
- 440
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Tioga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (607) 565-8186
Resources & Links
District
WAVERLY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,627
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,618
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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