For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 990 students in Elma, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elma, NY are Elma Primary School, Iroquois Middle School and Iroquois Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elma, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Elma have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Elma, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elma Primary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
711 Rice Rd
Elma, NY 14059
(716) 652-3000
Elma, NY 14059
(716) 652-3000
Gr: K-4 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Iroquois Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2111 Girdle Rd
Elma, NY 14059
(716) 652-3000
Elma, NY 14059
(716) 652-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Iroquois Intermediate School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2111 Girdle Rd
Elma, NY 14059
(716) 652-3000
Elma, NY 14059
(716) 652-3000
Gr: 5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Elma, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elma, NY include Elma Primary School, Iroquois Middle School and Iroquois Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Elma?
3 public elementary schools are located in Elma.
What is the racial composition of students in Elma?
Elma public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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