Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Viola Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Viola Elementary School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Viola Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viola Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2175 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
39%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
34%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viola Elementary School's ranking?
Viola Elementary School is ranked #2175 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Viola Elementary School often compared to?
Viola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard P Connor Elementary School, Montebello Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Viola Elementary School?
325 students attend Viola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Viola Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Viola Elementary School?
Viola Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Viola Elementary School offer ?
Viola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Viola Elementary School part of?
Viola Elementary School is part of Suffern Central School District.
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