Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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-4
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornwall-On-Hudson Elementary School serves the northeast part of its school district in Cornwall On Hudson, NY, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School's student population of 239 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
239 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Rankings
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#426 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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Asian
2%
10%
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Hispanic
16%
31%
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Black
3%
15%
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White
74%
39%
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Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Show full history, 2000–2024 (no data for 2003, 2004, 2005, 2010 and 2017)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School's ranking?
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School is ranked #426 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School often compared to?
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornwall Elementary School, Willow Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School?
239 students attend Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School?
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School offer ?
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School part of?
Cornwall-on-hudson Elementary School is part of Cornwall Central School District.
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