Serving 612 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arongen 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 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arongen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arongen Elementary School's student population of 612 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arongen 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 Arongen Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1462 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
62%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arongen Elementary School's ranking?
Arongen Elementary School is ranked #1462 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Arongen Elementary School often compared to?
Arongen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orenda Elementary School, Okte Elementary School, Skano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Arongen Elementary School?
612 students attend Arongen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Arongen Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arongen Elementary School?
Arongen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Arongen Elementary School offer ?
Arongen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arongen Elementary School part of?
Arongen Elementary School is part of Shenendehowa Central School District.
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