Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Richard P Connor 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard P. Connor Elementary School serves the southern part of Suffern, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of about 1 mile from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is located 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard P Connor Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Richard P Connor Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard P Connor Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1916 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
24%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard P Connor Elementary School's ranking?
Richard P Connor Elementary School is ranked #1916 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Richard P Connor Elementary School often compared to?
Richard P Connor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montebello Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Richard P Connor Elementary School?
437 students attend Richard P Connor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Richard P Connor Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard P Connor Elementary School?
Richard P Connor Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard P Connor Elementary School offer ?
Richard P Connor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richard P Connor Elementary School part of?
Richard P Connor Elementary School is part of Suffern Central School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
September 03, 2026 (Thursday)
Labor Day - School Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
Yom Kippur - Schools Closed
September 21, 2026 (Monday)
Columbus Day - Schools Closed
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Veterans Day - Schools Closed
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
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