Serving 391 students in grades 3-6, Parley Coburn 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 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 38% 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: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parley Coburn School's student population of 391 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Family, School, Community: Together We Succeed
School Rankings
Parley Coburn 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 Parley Coburn School is 0.56, 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
#4113 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
12%
15%
White
62%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parley Coburn School's ranking?
Parley Coburn School is ranked #4113 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Parley Coburn School?
391 students attend Parley Coburn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Parley Coburn School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parley Coburn School?
Parley Coburn School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Parley Coburn School offer ?
Parley Coburn School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parley Coburn School part of?
Parley Coburn School is part of Elmira City School District.
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