Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Okte Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Okte Elementary School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Okte Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okte Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1325 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
70%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okte Elementary School's ranking?
Okte Elementary School is ranked #1325 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Okte Elementary School often compared to?
Okte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arongen Elementary School, Skano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Okte Elementary School?
528 students attend Okte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Okte Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Okte Elementary School?
Okte Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Okte Elementary School offer ?
Okte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Okte Elementary School part of?
Okte Elementary School is part of Shenendehowa Central School District.
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