Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Muscota ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Muscota serves an attendance zone in New York, NY, covering approximately 3.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muscota ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Muscota's student population of 290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Muscota ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muscota is 0.63, 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
#590 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 is Muscota's ranking?
Muscota is ranked #590 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Muscota often compared to?
Muscotais often viewed alongside schools like Amistad Dual Language School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Muscota?
290 students attend Muscota.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Muscota students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muscota?
Muscota has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Muscota offer ?
Muscota offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muscota part of?
Muscota is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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