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Port Dickinson Elementary School
Elementary School · CHENANGO VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
770 CHENANGO ST, Binghamton, NY 13901
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,538 of 4,742
In Binghamton
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
CHENANGO VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Port Dickinson Elementary School
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About Port Dickinson Elementary School
Port Dickinson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Binghamton, NY, part of CHENANGO VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Port Dickinson Elementary School serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Dickinson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,538 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Port Dickinson Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Port Dickinson Elementary School — Students at Port Dickinson Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2013-14)
Based on 12 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Port Dickinson Elementary School Compares
See how Port Dickinson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
770 CHENANGO ST, Binghamton, NY 13901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Port Dickinson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CRESCENT ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Johnson City), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Binghamton, see our Binghamton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDREN'S HOME OF WYOMING CONFERENCE Binghamton | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Binghamton | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| CALVIN COOLIDGE SCHOOL Binghamton | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| CHENANGO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Binghamton | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CHENANGO VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BROOME-DELAWARE-TIOGA BOCES Binghamton | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| GREATER BINGHAMTON HEALTH CENTER Binghamton | 2.5 mi | — |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BINGHAMTON HIGH SCHOOL Binghamton | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Binghamton | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| WOODROW WILSON SCHOOL Binghamton | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| CENTRAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Binghamton | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Binghamton | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON SCHOOL Binghamton | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MACARTHUR SCHOOL Binghamton | 3.7 mi | 4.0 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| THE CRESCENT ACADEMY Johnson City | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| JOHNSON CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Johnson City | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,165
Median Home Value
$152,800
Median Rent
$806/mo
Population
19,730
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 3.4 |
| CALVIN COOLIDGE SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.4 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.4 |
| D'YOUVILLE-PORTER CAMPUS Buffalo, NY | 3.4 |
| DOLGEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dolgeville, NY | 3.4 |
| EAST SYRACUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse, NY | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Port Dickinson Elementary School
What grades does Port Dickinson Elementary School serve?
Port Dickinson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Port Dickinson Elementary School?
Port Dickinson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Dickinson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Port Dickinson Elementary School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Port Dickinson Elementary School rank in NY?
Port Dickinson Elementary School ranks #4,538 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Port Dickinson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Port Dickinson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Port Dickinson Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Dickinson Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
Is Port Dickinson Elementary School a charter school?
No, Port Dickinson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Port Dickinson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Port Dickinson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port Dickinson Elementary School?
37.0% of students at Port Dickinson 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Broome County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (607) 762-6970
Resources & Links
District
CHENANGO VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,726
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,528
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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