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#1708 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 36% in state

Owego Elementary School

Elementary School · OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 SHELDON GUILE BLVD, Owego, NY 13827

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,708 of 4,742

In Owego

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Owego Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Owego · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Owego Elementary School

Owego Elementary School is a public elementary school in Owego, NY, part of OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Owego Elementary School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Owego Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,708 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Owego Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,413
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

Owego Elementary School — Students at Owego Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
40.5%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Owego Elementary School Compares

See how Owego Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in NY
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

Location

2 SHELDON GUILE BLVD, Owego, NY 13827

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Owego Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Tioga Center), with a very similar rating. Another option is APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Apalachin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TIOGA HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Apalachin), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Owego, see our Owego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
OWEGO FREE ACADEMY Owego 0.2 mi 7.7
OWEGO-APALACHIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Owego 0.3 mi 6.0
TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tioga Center 5.6 mi 7.3
TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tioga Center 5.6 mi 5.2
TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tioga Center 5.6 mi 8.9
APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin 6.8 mi 6.8
CANDOR JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Candor 8.6 mi 6.3
CANDOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Candor 8.7 mi 4.3
NATHAN T HALL SCHOOL Newark Valley 9.2 mi 3.6
NEWARK VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Newark Valley 9.3 mi 5.3
THOMAS J WATSON SR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 8.0 mi 5.4
TIOGA HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin 8.5 mi 6.8
NEWARK VALLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newark Valley 10.1 mi 4.3
ROSS CORNERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vestal 9.7 mi 6.4
CHARLES F JOHNSON JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott 10.0 mi 2.9
ANN G MCGUINNESS ELEMENTAR SCHOOL Endicott 10.2 mi 5.5
LINNAEUS W WEST SCHOOL Endicott 10.3 mi 6.4
JENNIE F SNAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL Endicott 10.9 mi 5.2
MACCORMICK SECURE CENTER Brooktondale 14.9 mi
SETON CATHOLIC AT ALL SAINTS Endicott 11.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,796

Median Home Value

$142,600

Median Rent

$901/mo

Population

11,713

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

42.9

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BEDFORD VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford, NY 7.0
BOONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boonville, NY 7.0
BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 7.0
CHARLOTTE SIDWAY SCHOOL Grand Island, NY 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Owego Elementary School

What grades does Owego Elementary School serve?

Owego Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Owego Elementary School?

Owego Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Owego Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Owego Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Owego Elementary School rank in NY?

Owego Elementary School ranks #1,708 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Owego Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Owego Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Owego Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Owego Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Owego Elementary School a charter school?

No, Owego Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Owego Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Owego Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owego Elementary School?

52.0% of students at Owego 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Tioga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,973
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,413
District Rank
#2 of 4

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