Serving 509 students in grades 3-5, Johnson City Elementary/intermediate 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 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School is 0.71, 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
#3753 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
12%
15%
White
47%
39%
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School's ranking?
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School is ranked #3753 out of 4,346 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School?
509 students attend Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School?
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School offer ?
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School part of?
Johnson City Elementary/intermediate School is part of Johnson City Central School District.
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