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Best Elmira Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,987 students in Elmira, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in Elmira, NY are Thomas A Edison High School, Elmira High School and Broadway Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elmira, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Elmira have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Elmira, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thomas A Edison High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Elmira, NY (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas A Edison High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2083 College Ave
Elmira, NY 14903
(607) 733-5604
Gr: 9-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Elmira High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
777 S Main St
Elmira, NY 14904
(607) 735-3201
Gr: 10-12 | 1,255 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Broadway Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 20% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Broadway
Elmira, NY 14904
(607) 735-3300
Gr: 9 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Elmira Psychiatric Center
Special Education School
100 Washington St
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 737-4874
Gr: 6-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 11%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Elmira, New York

Elmira, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
414 Davis St
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 735-3550
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
211 William St
Elmira, NY 14901
422 West Washington Ave
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 735-3350
100 Washington Street
Elmira, NY 14901
(607) 737-4935
Gr: 4-11 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Box 500
Elmira, NY 14902
(607) 734-3901
Gr: Inquire with school | 15 students Minority enrollment: 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Elmira, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Elmira, NY include Thomas A Edison High School, Elmira High School and Broadway Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Elmira?
4 public high schools are located in Elmira.
What is the racial composition of students in Elmira?
Elmira public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Elmira are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Elmira include: Thomas A Edison High School vs. Elmira High School

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