Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, George L Cooke 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 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 12%
- Attendance Zone: George L Cooke School serves the northeast part of Monticello, NY, covering an attendance area of approximately 40.1 square miles, where families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
George L Cooke School's student population of 590 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of George L Cooke School is 0.71, 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)
(18-19)26%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)12%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 schools are George L Cooke School often compared to?
George L Cooke Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenneth L Rutherford School, Emma C Chase School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend George L Cooke School?
590 students attend George L Cooke School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of George L Cooke School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George L Cooke School?
George L Cooke School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George L Cooke School offer ?
George L Cooke School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George L Cooke School part of?
George L Cooke School is part of Monticello Central School District.
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