Serving 85 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Cassavant 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northern part of Dryden, NY, covering an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cassavant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Cassavant Elementary School's student population of 85 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
85 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cassavant Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cassavant Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2123 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cassavant Elementary School's ranking?
Cassavant Elementary School is ranked #2123 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cassavant Elementary School?
85 students attend Cassavant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cassavant Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cassavant Elementary School?
Cassavant Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cassavant Elementary School offer ?
Cassavant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cassavant Elementary School part of?
Cassavant Elementary School is part of Dryden Central School District.
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