Serving 177 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Edward J Arthur 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edward J Arthur Elementary School serves the southern part of Athens, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 38.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward J Arthur Elementary School's student population of 177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Extraordinary Success
School Rankings
Edward J Arthur Elementary 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 Edward J Arthur Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#3062 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
86%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward J Arthur Elementary School's ranking?
Edward J Arthur Elementary School is ranked #3062 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Edward J Arthur Elementary School often compared to?
Edward J Arthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott M Ellis Elementary School, Coxsackie Elementary School, Cairo-durham 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 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Edward J Arthur Elementary School?
177 students attend Edward J Arthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Edward J Arthur Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward J Arthur Elementary School?
Edward J Arthur Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edward J Arthur Elementary School offer ?
Edward J Arthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edward J Arthur Elementary School part of?
Edward J Arthur Elementary School is part of Coxsackie-Athens Central School District.
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