Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William E Severn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
William E Severn Elementary School's student population of 404 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William E Severn Elementary 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 William E Severn Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#2277 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
84%
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
53%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William E Severn Elementary School's ranking?
William E Severn Elementary School is ranked #2277 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William E Severn Elementary School?
404 students attend William E Severn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of William E Severn Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William E Severn Elementary School?
William E Severn Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William E Severn Elementary School offer ?
William E Severn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William E Severn Elementary School part of?
William E Severn Elementary School is part of Corning City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My children not only love the teachers but also the principle, mr. Whaley. I would highly recommend this school because not only do they value the importance of education but also the importance of putting the "fun" factor into the education!!!
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