Below Average
#3857 of 4,742 schools in NY
Cairo-durham Elementary School
Elementary School · CAIRO-DURHAM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 1090, Cairo, NY 12413
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,857 of 4,742
In Cairo
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
CAIRO-DURHAM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Cairo-durham Elementary School
Elementary School in Cairo · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cairo-durham Elementary School
Cairo-durham Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cairo, NY, part of CAIRO-DURHAM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cairo-durham Elementary School serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cairo-durham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,857 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cairo-durham Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Cairo-durham Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Cairo-durham 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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Cairo-durham Elementary School — Students at Cairo-durham Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
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: 3.9/10.
How Cairo-durham Elementary School Compares
See how Cairo-durham Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1090, Cairo, NY 12413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cairo-durham Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Another option is CATSKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Catskill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDWARD J ARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Athens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cairo, see our Cairo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,958
Median Home Value
$208,200
Median Rent
$1,278/mo
Population
3,406
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
38.8
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| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton, NY | 4.6 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 4.6 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany, NY | 4.6 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.6 |
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| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cairo-durham Elementary School
What grades does Cairo-durham Elementary School serve?
Cairo-durham Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cairo-durham Elementary School?
Cairo-durham Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cairo-durham Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cairo-durham Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cairo-durham Elementary School rank in NY?
Cairo-durham Elementary School ranks #3,857 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cairo-durham Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cairo-durham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Cairo-durham Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cairo-durham Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cairo-durham Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cairo-durham Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cairo-durham Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cairo-durham Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cairo-durham Elementary School?
58.7% of students at Cairo-durham 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Greene County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (518) 622-3231
Resources & Links
District
CAIRO-DURHAM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,062
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,032
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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