Diven School serves 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Diven School's student population of 329 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Family, School, Community: Together We Succeed
School Rankings
The diversity score of Diven School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)35-39%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)30-34%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Diven School often compared to?
Diven Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finn Academy An Elmira Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Diven School?
329 students attend Diven School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Diven School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diven School?
Diven School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Diven School offer ?
Diven School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Diven School part of?
Diven School is part of Elmira City School District.
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