Very Good
#1414 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Northeast School
Elementary School · ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
425 WINTHROP DR, Ithaca, NY 14850
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,414 of 4,742
In Ithaca
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Northeast School
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About Northeast School
Northeast School is a public elementary school in Ithaca, NY, part of ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northeast School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northeast School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,414 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Northeast School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Northeast School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Northeast School — Students at Northeast School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.9%
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: 6.1/10.
How Northeast School Compares
See how Northeast School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
425 WINTHROP DR, Ithaca, NY 14850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northeast School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Lansing), with a comparable rating. Another option is SOUTH HILL SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EAC MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ithaca, see our Ithaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES Ithaca | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CASCADILLA SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.3 mi | — |
| ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| SOUTH HILL SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| LEHMAN ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| EAC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| FINGER LAKES RESIDENTIAL CENTER Lansing | 5.3 mi | — |
| ITHACA WALDORF SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lansing | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LANSING HIGH SCHOOL Lansing | 5.9 mi | 8.3 |
| LANSING MIDDLE SCHOOL Lansing | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| COVENANT LOVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Freeville | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| NAMASTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.6 mi | 6.3 |
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
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| CANISTEO-GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canisteo, NY | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northeast School
What grades does Northeast School serve?
Northeast School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Northeast School?
Northeast School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northeast School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northeast School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northeast School rank in NY?
Northeast School ranks #1,414 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Northeast School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northeast School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Northeast School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northeast School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Northeast School a charter school?
No, Northeast School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northeast School a Title I school?
No, Northeast School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northeast School?
29.9% of students at Northeast 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tompkins County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (607) 257-2121
Resources & Links
District
ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,103
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,477
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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