Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley Cottage School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Cottage School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Cottage School's student population of 390 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Cottage School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Cottage School is 0.74, which is more 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
#512 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
16%
16%
White
39%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Cottage School's ranking?
Valley Cottage School is ranked #512 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Valley Cottage School often compared to?
Valley Cottage Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, Upper Nyack School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Valley Cottage School?
390 students attend Valley Cottage School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Valley Cottage School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Cottage School?
Valley Cottage School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley Cottage School offer ?
Valley Cottage School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Cottage School part of?
Valley Cottage School is part of Nyack Union Free School District.
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