Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belle Sherman School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Sherman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Belle Sherman School's student population of 319 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Belle Sherman School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Sherman School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2098 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
47%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Sherman School's ranking?
Belle Sherman School is ranked #2098 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Belle Sherman School often compared to?
Belle Sherman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cayuga Heights Elementary School, Northeast School, South Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Belle Sherman School?
319 students attend Belle Sherman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Belle Sherman School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Sherman School?
Belle Sherman School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belle Sherman School offer ?
Belle Sherman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle Sherman School part of?
Belle Sherman School is part of Ithaca City School District.
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