The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 85-89% (which was approximately equal to the New York state average of 86%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 65-69% (which was lower than the New York state average of 74%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students (09-10)
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
86%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)65-69%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)3%
8%
Hispanic
(09-10)29%
22%
Black
(09-10)17%
19%
White
(09-10)51%
51%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
22%
16%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 86% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% NY state average).
How many students attend Highland Falls Elementary School?
157 students attend Highland Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Highland Falls Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Highland Falls Elementary School offer ?
Highland Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Highland Falls Elementary School part of?
Highland Falls Elementary School is part of Highland Falls Central School District.
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