Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Strawtown Elementary School 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strawtown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Strawtown Elementary School's student population of 315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Strawtown Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strawtown Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#809 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
60%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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 Strawtown Elementary School's ranking?
Strawtown Elementary School is ranked #809 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Strawtown Elementary School often compared to?
Strawtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Nyack Elementary School, Upper Nyack 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 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Strawtown Elementary School?
315 students attend Strawtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Strawtown Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strawtown Elementary School?
Strawtown Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Strawtown Elementary School offer ?
Strawtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Strawtown Elementary School part of?
Strawtown Elementary School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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