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#742 of 992 private schools in NY
Holy Family Elementary School
Elementary School
421 FULTON ST, Elmira, NY 14904
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#742 of 992
In Elmira
#3 of 4
public schools
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About Holy Family Elementary School
Holy Family Elementary School is a private elementary school in Elmira, NY. Holy Family Elementary School serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, Holy Family Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Holy Family Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holy Family Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Holy Family Elementary School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Elmira, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Family Elementary School (this school) | 5.6 |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY | 2.4 |
| ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER | — |
| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| THOMAS K BEECHER SCHOOL | 2.2 |
| HENDY AVENUE SCHOOL | 2.3 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
421 FULTON ST, Elmira, NY 14904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Family Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Elmira Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Elmira, see our Elmira schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL Elmira | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| ELMIRA HIGH SCHOOL Elmira | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Elmira | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Elmira | 1.1 mi | — |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| BROADWAY ACADEMY Elmira | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| THOMAS K BEECHER SCHOOL Elmira | 1.4 mi | 2.2 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Elmira | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY Elmira | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| HENDY AVENUE SCHOOL Elmira | 2.0 mi | 2.3 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 3.3 mi | 8.7 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PINE CITY SCHOOL Pine City | 4.4 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads | 5.7 mi | 5.0 |
| HORSEHEADS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Horseheads | 5.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,563
Median Home Value
$87,200
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
14,276
College Educated
17.2%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
39.4
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|---|---|
| CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY Farmington, NY | 5.6 |
| PHOENICIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boiceville, NY | 5.6 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL East Rochester, NY | 5.6 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wynantskill, NY | 5.6 |
| ST MARY-ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glens Falls, NY | 5.6 |
| AURORA WALDORF SCHOOL West Falls, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Family Elementary School
What grades does Holy Family Elementary School serve?
Holy Family Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Holy Family Elementary School?
Holy Family Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Elementary School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Family Elementary School rank in NY?
Holy Family Elementary School ranks #742 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Holy Family Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Family 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.
Is Holy Family Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Holy Family Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Holy Family Elementary School a religious school?
Holy Family Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 92
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Chemung County
- Phone
- (607) 732-3588
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