Needs Improvement
#4536 of 4,742 schools in NY
Woodrow Wilson School
Elementary School · BINGHAMTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
287 PROSPECT ST, Binghamton, NY 13905
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,536 of 4,742
In Binghamton
#18 of 19
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
BINGHAMTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Woodrow Wilson School
Woodrow Wilson School is a public elementary school in Binghamton, NY, part of BINGHAMTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Woodrow Wilson School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,536 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Woodrow Wilson 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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Woodrow Wilson School — Students at Woodrow Wilson School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73%
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: 3.2/10.
How Woodrow Wilson School Compares
See how Woodrow Wilson School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
287 PROSPECT ST, Binghamton, NY 13905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodrow Wilson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHILDREN'S UNIT FOR TREATMENT & EVALUATION (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VESTAL HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Vestal), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CRESCENT ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Johnson City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Binghamton, see our Binghamton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,757
Median Home Value
$137,700
Median Rent
$993/mo
Population
28,370
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
31%
Median Age
32.3
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|---|---|
| ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 3.4 |
| CALVIN COOLIDGE SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 3.4 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.4 |
| DOLGEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dolgeville, NY | 3.4 |
| EAST SYRACUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Syracuse, NY | 3.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodrow Wilson School
What grades does Woodrow Wilson School serve?
Woodrow Wilson School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson School?
Woodrow Wilson School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodrow Wilson School rank in NY?
Woodrow Wilson School ranks #4,536 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Woodrow Wilson School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodrow Wilson 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 Woodrow Wilson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Woodrow Wilson School a charter school?
No, Woodrow Wilson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodrow Wilson School a Title I school?
No, Woodrow Wilson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson School?
73.0% of students at Woodrow Wilson 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Broome County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (607) 763-8442
Resources & Links
District
BINGHAMTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,775
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,972
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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