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#2790 of 4,742 schools in NY
Mount Markham Elementary School
Elementary School · MOUNT MARKHAM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
500 FAIRGROUND RD, West Winfield, NY 13491
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,790 of 4,742
In West Winfield
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
MOUNT MARKHAM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Mount Markham Elementary School
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About Mount Markham Elementary School
Mount Markham Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Winfield, NY, part of MOUNT MARKHAM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mount Markham Elementary School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Markham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,790 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Markham Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mount Markham Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Mount Markham 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.
35% of students at Mount Markham 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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Mount Markham Elementary School — Students at Mount Markham Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
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: 7.0/10.
How Mount Markham Elementary School Compares
See how Mount Markham Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 FAIRGROUND RD, West Winfield, NY 13491
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Markham Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Ilion), which scores notably higher. Another option is HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby New Hartford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAUQUOIT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Sauquoit), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Winfield, see our West Winfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13491 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,500
Median Home Value
$144,300
Median Rent
$803/mo
Population
3,570
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Markham Elementary School
What grades does Mount Markham Elementary School serve?
Mount Markham Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Mount Markham Elementary School?
Mount Markham Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Markham Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Markham Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Markham Elementary School rank in NY?
Mount Markham Elementary School ranks #2,790 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Mount Markham Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Markham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Mount Markham Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Markham Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mount Markham Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mount Markham Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Markham Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mount Markham Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Herkimer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (315) 822-2840
Resources & Links
District
MOUNT MARKHAM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,078
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,255
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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