Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, N A Hamilton Bicentennial 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 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: N A Hamilton Bicentennial School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cuddebackville, NY, covering approximately 89.9 square miles. The area typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
N A Hamilton Bicentennial School's student population of 308 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
N A Hamilton Bicentennial 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 N A Hamilton Bicentennial School is 0.33, 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
#2948 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
81%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
5%
4%
Showing 2009–2019. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is N A Hamilton Bicentennial School's ranking?
N A Hamilton Bicentennial School is ranked #2948 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend N A Hamilton Bicentennial School?
308 students attend N A Hamilton Bicentennial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of N A Hamilton Bicentennial School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of N A Hamilton Bicentennial School?
N A Hamilton Bicentennial School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does N A Hamilton Bicentennial School offer ?
N A Hamilton Bicentennial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is N A Hamilton Bicentennial School part of?
N A Hamilton Bicentennial School is part of Port Jervis City School District.
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