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Best Elementary Schools in ithaca, NY
2026 List

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We collect the data from government agencies and also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others.. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Best Elementary Schools in ithaca, NY
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

The city of Ithaca, New York – located on the southern point of Cayuga Lake in the beautiful Finger Lakes region – is a lively city with a strong emphasis on education and the community. It is home to world class, Cornell University and Ithaca College as well as one of the best K–12 systems in all of upstate New York. The Ithaca City School District serves over 5,000 students, and elementary schools, Cayuga Heights and Belle Sherman, are considered to be among the best schools in Ithaca. Average reading proficiency is roughly 53% and mathematics proficiency is around 55%, both of which are above the state averages. Ithaca provides a welcome and safe neighborhood surrounded by nature, as well as high-quality Elementary Schools in New York, making it a great place for families to live, learn and enjoy a balanced life. Read more