For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,438 students in Elmira, NY.
The top-ranked public preschool in Elmira, NY is Cohen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elmira, NY public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New York public pre school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Elmira have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public preschool average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Elmira, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cohen Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Robinwood Ave
Elmira, NY 14903
(607) 734-7132
Elmira, NY 14903
(607) 734-7132
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
1115 Hall St
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 735-3700
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 735-3700
Gr: PK-2 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
309 W Thurston St
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 735-3900
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 735-3900
Gr: PK-2 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
409 Riverside Ave
Elmira, NY 14904
(607) 735-3850
Elmira, NY 14904
(607) 735-3850
Gr: PK-2 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Elmira, NY?
The top-ranked public preschools in Elmira, NY include Cohen Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Elmira?
4 public preschools are located in Elmira.
What is the racial composition of students in Elmira?
Elmira public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public preschools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Elmira are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Elmira include: Cohen Elementary School vs. Diven School
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