Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Tioga Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tioga Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Tioga Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Tioga Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tioga Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#963 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%

Hispanic
1%
30%

Black
1%
16%

White
96%
40%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Tioga Elementary School's ranking?
Tioga Elementary School is ranked #963 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Tioga Elementary School?
344 students attend Tioga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Tioga Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tioga Elementary School?
Tioga Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tioga Elementary School offer ?
Tioga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tioga Elementary School part of?
Tioga Elementary School is part of Tioga Central School District.
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