Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Cortlandtville 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 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 59% 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-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Van Cortlandtville School serves the western part of the Mohegan Lake, NY area, covering approximately 12.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Cortlandtville School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Cortlandtville 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 Van Cortlandtville School is 0.64, 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
#2795 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
41%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Cortlandtville School's ranking?
Van Cortlandtville School is ranked #2795 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Van Cortlandtville School often compared to?
Van Cortlandtville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Van Cortlandtville School?
568 students attend Van Cortlandtville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Van Cortlandtville School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Cortlandtville School?
Van Cortlandtville School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Cortlandtville School offer ?
Van Cortlandtville School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Cortlandtville School part of?
Van Cortlandtville School is part of Lakeland Central School District.
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