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Vernon E Wightman Primary School

Elementary School · BATH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

216 MAPLE HTS, Bath, NY 14810

Enrollment

501

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,225 of 4,742

In Bath

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

BATH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Vernon E Wightman Primary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Bath · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Vernon E Wightman Primary School

Vernon E Wightman Primary School is a public elementary school in Bath, NY, part of BATH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Vernon E Wightman Primary School serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Vernon E Wightman Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,225 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Vernon E Wightman Primary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,178
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Vernon E Wightman Primary School — Students at Vernon E Wightman Primary School score 40% 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

52.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.5% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 41.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
60.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 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
97.5%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%

* 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 Vernon E Wightman Primary School Compares

See how Vernon E Wightman Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in NY
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

Location

216 MAPLE HTS, Bath, NY 14810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vernon E Wightman Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLENN H CURTISS MEMORIAL SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Hammondsport), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMPBELL-SAVONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Savona), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ERWIN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Painted Post), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bath, see our Bath schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.3 mi
School Distance Rating
HAVERLING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bath 0.2 mi 8.9
DANA L LYON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bath 0.2 mi 4.5
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Bath 5.4 mi
HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CTR-SNELL FARM CAMPUS SCHOOL Bath 5.3 mi
AVOCA CENTRAL SCHOOL Avoca 6.7 mi 6.2
GLENN H CURTISS MEMORIAL SCHOOL Hammondsport 6.9 mi 8.3
HAMMONDSPORT JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hammondsport 6.9 mi 6.3
CAMPBELL-SAVONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savona 6.8 mi 7.8
CAMPBELL-SAVONA JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Campbell 9.7 mi 7.1
VALLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Cameron Mills 11.2 mi 6.3
PRATTSBURGH CENTRAL SCHOOL Prattsburgh 12.9 mi 6.8
BRADFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL Bradford 12.0 mi 7.1
COHOCTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cohocton 14.0 mi 3.9
SCHUYLER-STEUBEN-CHEMUNG-TIOGA-ALLEGANY BOCES Painted Post 14.2 mi 5.7
ADDISON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Addison 17.0 mi 6.9
TUSCARORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Addison 17.3 mi 3.8
KINGS' WAY Painted Post 17.2 mi
NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL Naples 19.5 mi 6.1
CORNING-PAINTED POST MIDDLE SCHOOL Painted Post 16.8 mi 6.3
ERWIN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Painted Post 17.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,613

Median Home Value

$113,300

Median Rent

$737/mo

Population

11,412

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

50.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY 5.4
CLAYTON HUEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Center Moriches, NY 5.4
CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY 5.4
GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY 5.4
HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY 5.4
HOOSIC VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schaghticoke, NY 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vernon E Wightman Primary School

What grades does Vernon E Wightman Primary School serve?

Vernon E Wightman Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Vernon E Wightman Primary School?

Vernon E Wightman Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vernon E Wightman Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Vernon E Wightman Primary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vernon E Wightman Primary School rank in NY?

Vernon E Wightman Primary School ranks #3,225 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Vernon E Wightman Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Vernon E Wightman Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Vernon E Wightman Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vernon E Wightman Primary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Vernon E Wightman Primary School a charter school?

No, Vernon E Wightman Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Vernon E Wightman Primary School a Title I school?

No, Vernon E Wightman Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vernon E Wightman Primary School?

52.9% of students at Vernon E Wightman Primary 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Steuben County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

District

BATH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,427
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,178
District Rank
#2 of 3

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