Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Putnam Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Putnam Valley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Putnam Valley, NY, encompassing approximately 30.7 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Putnam Valley Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Putnam Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Putnam Valley Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#341 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
33%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
56%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Putnam Valley Elementary School is ranked #341 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Putnam Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Putnam Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Putnam Valley Middle School, Putnam Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Putnam Valley Elementary School?
526 students attend Putnam Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Putnam Valley Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam Valley Elementary School?
Putnam Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Putnam Valley Elementary School offer ?
Putnam Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Putnam Valley Elementary School part of?
Putnam Valley Elementary School is part of Putnam Valley Central School District.
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