Serving 76 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Cassavant 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 ≥50% (which is lower 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 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cassavant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cassavant Elementary School's student population of 76 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
School Rankings
Cassavant 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 Cassavant Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#2123 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
89%
40%
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
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cassavant Elementary School's ranking?
Cassavant Elementary School is ranked #2123 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% 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 Cassavant Elementary School?
76 students attend Cassavant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cassavant Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cassavant Elementary School?
Cassavant Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cassavant Elementary School offer ?
Cassavant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cassavant Elementary School part of?
Cassavant Elementary School is part of Dryden Central School District.
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