Nichols Elementary School serves 128 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥90% (which was higher than the New York state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥90% (which was higher than the New York state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥90%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥90%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
n/a
30%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NY state average).
How many students attend Nichols Elementary School?
128 students attend Nichols Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nichols Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nichols Elementary School?
Nichols Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nichols Elementary School offer ?
Nichols Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Nichols Elementary School part of?
Nichols Elementary School is part of Tioga Central School District.
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