Below Average
#4066 of 4,742 schools in NY
Fall Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
202 KING ST, Ithaca, NY 14850
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,066 of 4,742
In Ithaca
#11 of 13
public schools
In district
#10 of 12
ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Fall Creek Elementary School
Fall Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ithaca, NY, part of ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fall Creek Elementary School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fall Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,066 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Fall Creek Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Fall Creek Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fall Creek Elementary School — Students at Fall Creek Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 3.2/10.
How Fall Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Fall Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
202 KING ST, Ithaca, NY 14850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fall Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHEAST SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Lansing), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH HILL SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ithaca, see our Ithaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| CASCADILLA SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.9 mi | — |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH HILL SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LEHMAN ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTHEAST SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES Ithaca | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| EAC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ITHACA WALDORF SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| NAMASTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| FINGER LAKES RESIDENTIAL CENTER Lansing | 6.6 mi | — |
| RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lansing | 6.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LANSING HIGH SCHOOL Lansing | 6.7 mi | 8.3 |
| LANSING MIDDLE SCHOOL Lansing | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| COVENANT LOVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Freeville | 6.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,689
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
66,495
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
28.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR JACQUELINE PEEK-DAVIS SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.3 |
| NASSAU SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 4.3 |
| PS 175 CITY ISLAND Bronx, NY | 4.3 |
| PS 44 DAVID C FARRAGUT Bronx, NY | 4.3 |
| PS 87 Bronx, NY | 4.3 |
| RIVER EAST ELEMENTARY New York, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fall Creek Elementary School
What grades does Fall Creek Elementary School serve?
Fall Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fall Creek Elementary School?
Fall Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fall Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fall Creek Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fall Creek Elementary School rank in NY?
Fall Creek Elementary School ranks #4,066 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Fall Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fall Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Fall Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fall Creek Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fall Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fall Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fall Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fall Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fall Creek Elementary School?
36.7% of students at Fall Creek 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Tompkins County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (607) 274-2214
Resources & Links
District
ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,103
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,477
- District Rank
- #10 of 12
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