Below Average
#4244 of 4,742 schools in NY
Arthur P Momot Elementary School
Elementary School · PLATTSBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
60 MONTY ST, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,244 of 4,742
In Plattsburgh
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
PLATTSBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Arthur P Momot Elementary School
Arthur P Momot Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plattsburgh, NY, part of PLATTSBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Arthur P Momot Elementary School serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Arthur P Momot Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,244 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Arthur P Momot Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Arthur P Momot Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at Arthur P Momot Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Arthur P Momot Elementary School — Students at Arthur P Momot Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Arthur P Momot Elementary School Compares
See how Arthur P Momot Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 MONTY ST, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arthur P Momot Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHAZY CENTRAL RURAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Chazy), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMAS E GLASGOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CUMBERLAND HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby West Chazy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plattsburgh, see our Plattsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,413
Median Home Value
$182,100
Median Rent
$957/mo
Population
32,012
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arthur P Momot Elementary School
What grades does Arthur P Momot Elementary School serve?
Arthur P Momot Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Arthur P Momot Elementary School?
Arthur P Momot Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur P Momot Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Arthur P Momot Elementary School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arthur P Momot Elementary School rank in NY?
Arthur P Momot Elementary School ranks #4,244 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Arthur P Momot Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Arthur P Momot Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arthur P Momot Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arthur P Momot Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Arthur P Momot Elementary School a charter school?
No, Arthur P Momot Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arthur P Momot Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Arthur P Momot Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arthur P Momot Elementary School?
59.2% of students at Arthur P Momot Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Clinton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (518) 563-1140
Resources & Links
District
PLATTSBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,803
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,241
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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