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#3336 of 4,742 schools in NY
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B C Cate Elementary School
Elementary School · ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
262 CANAL ST, Montour Falls, NY 14865
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,336 of 4,742
In district
#2 of 3
ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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B C Cate Elementary School
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About B C Cate Elementary School
B C Cate Elementary School is a public elementary school in Montour Falls, NY, part of ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. B C Cate Elementary School serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. B C Cate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,336 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
B C Cate Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
43% of students at B C Cate 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How B C Cate Elementary School Compares
See how B C Cate Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
262 CANAL ST, Montour Falls, NY 14865
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering B C Cate Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Horseheads), which scores notably higher. Another option is BIG FLATS SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Big Flats), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Horseheads), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montour Falls, see our Montour Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,227
Median Home Value
$135,300
Median Rent
$740/mo
Population
2,578
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
75.2%
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about B C Cate Elementary School
What grades does B C Cate Elementary School serve?
B C Cate Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend B C Cate Elementary School?
B C Cate Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at B C Cate Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at B C Cate Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does B C Cate Elementary School rank in NY?
B C Cate Elementary School ranks #3,336 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is B C Cate Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
B C Cate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is B C Cate Elementary School a charter school?
No, B C Cate Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is B C Cate Elementary School a Title I school?
No, B C Cate Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for B C Cate Elementary School?
40.2% of students at B C Cate 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Schuyler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (607) 535-7267
Resources & Links
District
ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 733
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,956
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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