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#2424 of 4,742 schools in NY
William E Severn Elementary School
Elementary School · CORNING CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
36 MCMAHON AVE, Corning, NY 14830
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,424 of 4,742
In Corning
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
CORNING CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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William E Severn Elementary School
Elementary School in Corning · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William E Severn Elementary School
William E Severn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Corning, NY, part of CORNING CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. William E Severn Elementary School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. William E Severn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,424 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William E Severn Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at William E Severn 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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William E Severn Elementary School — Students at William E Severn Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.8/10.
How William E Severn Elementary School Compares
See how William E Severn Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
36 MCMAHON AVE, Corning, NY 14830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William E Severn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALVIN U SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Painted Post), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BIG FLATS SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Big Flats), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Corning, see our Corning schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,831
Median Home Value
$168,100
Median Rent
$997/mo
Population
18,752
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
39
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William E Severn Elementary School
What grades does William E Severn Elementary School serve?
William E Severn Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend William E Severn Elementary School?
William E Severn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William E Severn Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William E Severn Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William E Severn Elementary School rank in NY?
William E Severn Elementary School ranks #2,424 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William E Severn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William E Severn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 William E Severn Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William E Severn Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William E Severn Elementary School a charter school?
No, William E Severn Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William E Severn Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William E Severn Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William E Severn Elementary School?
49.0% of students at William E Severn 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Steuben County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (607) 962-6844
Resources & Links
District
CORNING CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,365
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,062
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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