Serving 251 students in grades 6-8, Cohen Middle 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cohen Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Elmira school district, encompassing approximately 14.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cohen Middle School's student population of 251 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cohen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cohen Middle School is 0.32, 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
#3204 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cohen Middle School's ranking?
Cohen Middle School is ranked #3204 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cohen Middle School often compared to?
Cohen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas A Edison High School, Brookfield East High School, Brookfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cohen Middle School?
251 students attend Cohen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cohen Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cohen Middle School?
Cohen Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cohen Middle School offer ?
Cohen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cohen Middle School part of?
Cohen Middle School is part of Elmira Heights Central School District.
School Reviews
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