Serving 363 students in grades 3-6, Broadway 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 is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broadway Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Broadway Elementary 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 Broadway Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#3092 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
86%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadway Elementary School's ranking?
Broadway Elementary School is ranked #3092 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Broadway Elementary School often compared to?
Broadway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendy Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Broadway Elementary School?
363 students attend Broadway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Broadway Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broadway Elementary School?
Broadway Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Broadway Elementary School offer ?
Broadway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Broadway Elementary School part of?
Broadway Elementary School is part of Elmira City School District.
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