Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Berea Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berea Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Berea Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berea Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berea Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2452 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
34%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
49%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berea Elementary School's ranking?
Berea Elementary School is ranked #2452 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Berea Elementary School often compared to?
Berea Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Balmville School, Montgomery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Berea Elementary School?
461 students attend Berea Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Berea Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berea Elementary School?
Berea Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berea Elementary School offer ?
Berea Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Berea Elementary School part of?
Berea Elementary School is part of Valley Central School District (Montgomery).
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