FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ELMIRA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ELMIRA, NY with about 387 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 25 teachers, FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located on West Thurston Street in Elmira, New York, serves as a key educational facility within the Elmira City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for elementary-aged children, focusing on core academic development, social-emotional growth, and building a strong foundation for future academic success. As part of a larger urban district, Fassett emphasizes community engagement and strives to meet the diverse needs of its student population through a structured curriculum and various support services.

The school operates under the guidance of the Elmira City School District’s broader mission, which prioritizes college and career readiness, equity, and the implementation of modern educational standards. By utilizing the resources and administrative framework provided by the district, Fassett Elementary works to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education that includes literacy, mathematics, science, and the arts. Families looking for specific details regarding school calendars, faculty contacts, or district policies can access information through the official district website at http://www.elmiracityschools.com.

For more information, contact FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (607) 735-3900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

309 W THURSTON ST
ELMIRA, NY 14901-1999
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FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ELMIRA, NY with about 387 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
387
Teachers:
25.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 387 students

White
65.4%
Two or more races
17.6%
Black or African American
12.9%
Hispanic/Latino
3.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.