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Benjamin Cosor Elementary School
Elementary School · FALLSBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 123, Fallsburg, NY 12733
Enrollment
802
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
802
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,282 of 4,742
In Fallsburg
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
FALLSBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Benjamin Cosor Elementary School
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fallsburg, NY, part of FALLSBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Benjamin Cosor Elementary School serves approximately 802 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Cosor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,282 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Cosor Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Benjamin Cosor 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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Benjamin Cosor Elementary School — Students at Benjamin Cosor Elementary School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 4.1/10.
How Benjamin Cosor Elementary School Compares
See how Benjamin Cosor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 123, Fallsburg, NY 12733
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benjamin Cosor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N A HAMILTON BICENTENNIAL SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Cuddebackville), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRI-VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Grahamsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Monticello), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fallsburg, see our Fallsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12733 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Rent
$1,699/mo
Population
1,891
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
14.3%
Avg Commute
8.4 min
Poverty Rate
84.9%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin Cosor Elementary School
What grades does Benjamin Cosor Elementary School serve?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Benjamin Cosor Elementary School?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 802 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Cosor Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Cosor Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin Cosor Elementary School rank in NY?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School ranks #4,282 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Benjamin Cosor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Benjamin Cosor Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Benjamin Cosor Elementary School a charter school?
No, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin Cosor Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Cosor Elementary School?
74.9% of students at Benjamin Cosor 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 802
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sullivan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.4%
- Phone
- (845) 434-6800
Resources & Links
District
FALLSBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,564
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,930
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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