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#1327 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 28% in state

Portville Elementary School

Elementary School · PORTVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 790, Portville, NY 14770

Enrollment

534

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,327 of 4,742

In Portville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

PORTVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Portville Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Portville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Portville Junior-senior High School

7.7/10

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About Portville Elementary School

Portville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portville, NY, part of PORTVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Portville Elementary School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Portville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,327 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Portville Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Portville 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.

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-0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,400
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Portville Elementary School — Students at Portville Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
95%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
26%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
60.2%
ELA
61.2%
2022
Math
57.2%
ELA
57.5%

* 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 Portville Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in NY
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Location

PO BOX 790, Portville, NY 14770

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Portville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oswayo Valley El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Shinglehouse), which scores notably higher. Another option is CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Cuba), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Otto-Eldred El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Eldred), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portville, see our Portville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Portville 0.1 mi 7.7
CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean 5.6 mi 5.7
Otto-Eldred El Sch Eldred 6.1 mi 7.5
EAST VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean 5.4 mi 6.9
OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Olean 6.3 mi 5.8
OLEAN INTERMEDIATE-MIDDLE SCHOOL Olean 6.4 mi 3.9
WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean 6.9 mi 7.3
PARKER-JORDAN ACADEMY Little Gennessee 6.8 mi
SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Olean 7.2 mi 6.8
ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean 7.2 mi 6.8
HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL Hinsdale 9.4 mi 8.2
Oswayo Valley El Sch Shinglehouse 8.9 mi 8.6
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG PRE-K PROGRAM Bolivar 8.6 mi
ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany 9.3 mi 6.9
Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center 10.0 mi 7.0
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bolivar 9.0 mi 7.0
VALLEY VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Port Allegany 12.2 mi 3.3
PINE GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Port Allegany 12.8 mi
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg 9.8 mi 6.0
CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cuba 13.0 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,683

Median Home Value

$103,100

Median Rent

$706/mo

Population

2,805

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY 7.4
ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY 7.4
BLOOMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield, NY 7.4
CASTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Castleton, NY 7.4
COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield, NY 7.4
EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park, NY 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Portville Elementary School

What grades does Portville Elementary School serve?

Portville Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Portville Elementary School?

Portville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Portville Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Portville Elementary School rank in NY?

Portville Elementary School ranks #1,327 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Portville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Portville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Portville Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Portville Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Portville Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Portville Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

47.6% of students at Portville 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Cattaraugus County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

PORTVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,007
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,400
District Rank
#2 of 2

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