Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Moriah 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 30-34% (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 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moriah Elementary School serves the entire district within Port Henry, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 71.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school from any part of the zone, which extends up to 8.3 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moriah Elementary School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Moriah 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 Moriah Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#3113 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
n/a
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
99%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moriah Elementary School's ranking?
Moriah Elementary School is ranked #3113 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Moriah Elementary School often compared to?
Moriah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crown Point Central 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Moriah Elementary School?
374 students attend Moriah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Moriah Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moriah Elementary School?
Moriah Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Moriah Elementary School offer ?
Moriah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moriah Elementary School part of?
Moriah Elementary School is part of Moriah Central School District.
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