Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bemus Point Elementary 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bemus Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bemus Point Elementary School's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Bemus Point Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bemus Point Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2096 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Bemus Point Elementary School's ranking?
Bemus Point Elementary School is ranked #2096 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bemus Point Elementary School often compared to?
Bemus Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bemus Point Elementary School?
293 students attend Bemus Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bemus Point Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bemus Point Elementary School?
Bemus Point Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bemus Point Elementary School offer ?
Bemus Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bemus Point Elementary School part of?
Bemus Point Elementary School is part of Bemus Point Central School District.
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