Serving 381 students in grades 3-6, Hendy Avenue 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 is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hendy Avenue School's student population of 381 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Hendy Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hendy Avenue School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3981 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 is Hendy Avenue School's ranking?
Hendy Avenue School is ranked #3981 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hendy Avenue School often compared to?
Hendy Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cohen Elementary School, Thomas K Beecher School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hendy Avenue School?
381 students attend Hendy Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hendy Avenue School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hendy Avenue School?
Hendy Avenue School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hendy Avenue School offer ?
Hendy Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hendy Avenue School part of?
Hendy Avenue School is part of Elmira City School District.
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