FINN ACADEMY-AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL

FINN ACADEMY-AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in ELMIRA, NY with about 303 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, FINN ACADEMY-AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Finn Academy: An Elmira Charter School is a K-8 public charter school located in Elmira, New York, that operates with a focus on community-integrated education. The school distinguishes itself through a mission centered on "active citizenship," aiming to foster a learning environment that encourages students to become engaged and responsible members of their local community. By utilizing a curriculum that emphasizes service-learning and project-based instruction, Finn Academy seeks to connect academic rigor with real-world problem solving, helping students understand their roles and responsibilities within the broader Elmira area.

The school is structured to provide a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that prioritizes the social-emotional development of its students alongside academic achievement. Because it is a charter school, it maintains autonomy in its operational approach, allowing for smaller class sizes and a specialized focus on individualized student growth. Through its emphasis on collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and community stakeholders, Finn Academy aims to bridge the gap between classroom theory and community practice, preparing its students to contribute positively to their future environments.

For more information, contact FINN ACADEMY-AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL at (607) 737-8040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.