Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½

Fassett Elementary School

309 W Thurston St
Elmira, NY 14901
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Fassett Elementary School serves 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : 50-54%
  • : 45-49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Fassett Elementary School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
The diversity score of Fassett Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
(11-12)
50-54%
69%
(11-12)
45-49%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
27%
15%
White
50%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Fassett Elementary School?
305 students attend Fassett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Fassett Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fassett Elementary School?
Fassett Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fassett Elementary School offer ?
Fassett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fassett Elementary School part of?
Fassett Elementary School is part of Elmira City School District.

School Reviews

Review Fassett Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ Articles

Public School Cybersecurity: Ransomware Risks & Student Data Protection
Public School Cybersecurity: Ransomware Risks & Student Data Protection
Learn how public schools address cybersecurity, ransomware threats, and student data protection in 2026, and what parents should know about digital safety.
Teacher Housing Initiatives: How Districts Address Affordability
Teacher Housing Initiatives: How Districts Address Affordability
Teacher housing initiatives are helping school districts address affordability challenges while improving recruitment and retention.
Teacher Shortage Solutions That Are Working in 2026
Teacher Shortage Solutions That Are Working in 2026
Teacher shortage solutions that are working in 2026. Discover grow-your-own programs, teacher residencies, alternative certification, and recruitment strategies.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : 50-54%
  • : 45-49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Request Information

Related School Videos

2:54

4:05

2:34

3:56

Quick Links