Serving 117 students in grades 5, Chemung Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-34% (which was lower than the New York state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-34% (which was lower than the New York state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5
Total Students
117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)30-34%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
11:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
1%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
9%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
26%
Black
(15-16)3%
18%
White
(15-16)95%
44%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)2%
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Waverly Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average).
How many students attend Chemung Elementary School?
117 students attend Chemung Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Chemung Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chemung Elementary School?
Chemung Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chemung Elementary School offer ?
Chemung Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5
What school district is Chemung Elementary School part of?
Chemung Elementary School is part of Waverly Central School District.
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