Serving 327 students in grades 3-6, Joseph B Radez 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph B Radez Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Richmondville, NY, encompassing approximately 181.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 8.1 miles and the furthest edge located 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph B Radez Elementary School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph B Radez 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 Joseph B Radez Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#3028 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)29.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph B Radez Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph B Radez Elementary School is ranked #3028 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Joseph B Radez Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph B Radez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George D Ryder Elementary School, Cobleskill-richmondville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Joseph B Radez Elementary School?
327 students attend Joseph B Radez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Joseph B Radez Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Joseph B Radez Elementary School?
Joseph B Radez Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph B Radez Elementary School offer ?
Joseph B Radez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph B Radez Elementary School part of?
Joseph B Radez Elementary School is part of Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School District.
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