Serving 338 students in grades 3-6, Thomas K Beecher 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 13% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower 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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas K Beecher School's student population of 338 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas K Beecher 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 Thomas K Beecher School is 0.62, 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
#4285 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
56%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas K Beecher School's ranking?
Thomas K Beecher School is ranked #4285 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Thomas K Beecher School?
338 students attend Thomas K Beecher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Thomas K Beecher School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas K Beecher School?
Thomas K Beecher School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas K Beecher School offer ?
Thomas K Beecher School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas K Beecher School part of?
Thomas K Beecher School is part of Elmira City School District.
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