Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, F P Donnelly School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
F P Donnelly School's student population of 306 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2021
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Sabers
School Rankings
F P Donnelly School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F P Donnelly School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2098 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
85%
39%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F P Donnelly School's ranking?
F P Donnelly School is ranked #2098 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend F P Donnelly School?
306 students attend F P Donnelly School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of F P Donnelly School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F P Donnelly School?
F P Donnelly School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does F P Donnelly School offer ?
F P Donnelly School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is F P Donnelly School part of?
F P Donnelly School is part of Susquehanna Valley Central School District.
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