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#1989 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 42% in state
Cahill School
Elementary School · SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
CALL BOX A, Saugerties, NY 12477
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,989 of 4,742
In Saugerties
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Cahill School
Cahill School is a public elementary school in Saugerties, NY, part of SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cahill School serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cahill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,989 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cahill School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Cahill 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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Cahill School — Students at Cahill School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
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: 6.8/10.
How Cahill School Compares
See how Cahill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
CALL BOX A, Saugerties, NY 12477
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cahill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILL ROAD-PRIMARY GRADES (rated 7.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Red Hook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CATSKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Catskill), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saugerties, see our Saugerties schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAUGERTIES JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saugerties | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SAUGERTIES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saugerties | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| RICCARDI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saugerties | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MORSE SCHOOL Saugerties | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Germantown | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
| GERMANTOWN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Germantown | 4.8 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES Kingston | 5.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MILL ROAD-PRIMARY GRADES Red Hook | 5.8 mi | 7.7 |
| MILL ROAD-INTERMEDIATE GRADES Red Hook | 5.8 mi | 5.2 |
| WRAPAROUND SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY INC Lake Katrine | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| RED HOOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Red Hook | 6.4 mi | 9.0 |
| LINDEN AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Red Hook | 6.6 mi | 6.5 |
| E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 7.1 mi | 6.4 |
| DEVEREUX IN NY Red Hook | 6.0 mi | 8.5 |
| M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 7.3 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODSTOCK DAY SCHOOL Saugerties | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston | 8.7 mi | 4.2 |
| CATSKILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Catskill | 8.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CATSKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Catskill | 9.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CHILDREN'S HOME OF KINGSTON Kingston | 10.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12477 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,353
Median Home Value
$292,100
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
18,789
College Educated
34.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
46.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| CATHOLIC ACADEMY WEST BUFFALO Buffalo, NY | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cahill School
What grades does Cahill School serve?
Cahill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cahill School?
Cahill School has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cahill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cahill School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cahill School rank in NY?
Cahill School ranks #1,989 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cahill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cahill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Cahill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cahill School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cahill School a charter school?
No, Cahill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cahill School a Title I school?
No, Cahill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cahill School?
47.6% of students at Cahill 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Ulster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (845) 247-6800
Resources & Links
District
SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,327
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,399
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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