George D Ryder Elementary School serves 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is lower than the New York state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the New York state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 62%
- Reading Proficiency: 57%
- Attendance Zone: George D Ryder Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cobleskill school district, covering approximately 181.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
George D Ryder Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of George D Ryder Elementary School is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)62%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)57%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-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 schools are George D Ryder Elementary School often compared to?
George D Ryder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cobleskill-richmondville High School, Joseph B Radez Elementary School, Duanesburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NY state average).
How many students attend George D Ryder Elementary School?
364 students attend George D Ryder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of George D Ryder Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George D Ryder Elementary School?
George D Ryder Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George D Ryder Elementary School offer ?
George D Ryder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George D Ryder Elementary School part of?
George D Ryder Elementary School is part of Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School District.
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