Serving 424 students in grades 3-6, Parley Coburn 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 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parley Coburn School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Parley Coburn School's student population of 424 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parley Coburn 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 Parley Coburn School is 0.59, 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
#4077 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
60%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
53%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parley Coburn School's ranking?
Parley Coburn School is ranked #4077 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Parley Coburn School?
424 students attend Parley Coburn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Parley Coburn School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parley Coburn School?
Parley Coburn School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Parley Coburn School offer ?
Parley Coburn School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parley Coburn School part of?
Parley Coburn School is part of Elmira City School District.
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