Serving 529 students in grades 5-6, Horseheads 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 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horseheads Intermediate School's student population of 529 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Explore, Empower, Excel
School Rankings
Horseheads 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 Horseheads Intermediate School is 0.26, 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
#2415 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
86%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horseheads Intermediate School's ranking?
Horseheads Intermediate School is ranked #2415 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Horseheads Intermediate School?
529 students attend Horseheads Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Horseheads Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horseheads Intermediate School?
Horseheads Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Horseheads Intermediate School offer ?
Horseheads Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horseheads Intermediate School part of?
Horseheads Intermediate School is part of Horseheads Central School District.
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