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Sidney Elementary School
Elementary School · SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
15 PEARL ST E, Sidney, NY 13838
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,515 of 4,742
In Sidney
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Sidney Elementary School
Sidney Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sidney, NY, part of SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sidney Elementary School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sidney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,515 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sidney Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Sidney 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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Sidney Elementary School — Students at Sidney Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 4.5/10.
How Sidney Elementary School Compares
See how Sidney Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15 PEARL ST E, Sidney, NY 13838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sidney Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GUILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Guilford), with a comparable rating. Another option is DEPOSIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.1/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Deposit), with a comparable rating. Additionally, AFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Afton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sidney, see our Sidney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIDNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Sidney | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| SIDNEY HIGH SCHOOL Sidney | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| UNADILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Unadilla | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
| GREENLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bainbridge | 5.0 mi | 3.8 |
| BAINBRIDGE-GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL Bainbridge | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gilbertsville | 9.9 mi | 6.5 |
| GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gilbertsville | 9.9 mi | 3.4 |
| GUILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guilford | 8.9 mi | 4.6 |
| AFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Afton | 9.0 mi | 3.9 |
| AFTON JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Afton | 9.0 mi | 5.8 |
| UNATEGO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Otego | 9.3 mi | 8.3 |
| UNATEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Otego | 9.3 mi | 6.7 |
| FRANKLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL Franklin | 11.3 mi | 6.2 |
| OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego | 12.5 mi | 7.4 |
| OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego | 12.5 mi | 7.4 |
| DEPOSIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deposit | 16.6 mi | 4.1 |
| DEPOSIT MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Deposit | 16.6 mi | 6.5 |
| OXFORD ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oxford | 14.3 mi | 6.2 |
| NORWICH MIDDLE SCHOOL Norwich | 16.6 mi | 6.0 |
| NORWICH HIGH SCHOOL Norwich | 16.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,287
Median Home Value
$118,200
Median Rent
$815/mo
Population
4,185
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
50.3%
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
34
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City, NY | 5.1 |
| ARCHER STREET SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 5.1 |
| ATTICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Attica, NY | 5.1 |
| BENTON HALL ACADEMY Little Falls, NY | 5.1 |
| CHARLES A UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.1 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sidney Elementary School
What grades does Sidney Elementary School serve?
Sidney Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sidney Elementary School?
Sidney Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sidney Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sidney Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sidney Elementary School rank in NY?
Sidney Elementary School ranks #3,515 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sidney Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sidney Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Sidney Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sidney Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sidney Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sidney Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sidney Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sidney Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sidney Elementary School?
53.8% of students at Sidney 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 504
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (607) 561-7701
Resources & Links
District
SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,035
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,326
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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