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#545 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 12% in state

Cantiague Elementary School

Elementary School · JERICHO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

678 CANTIAGUE ROCK RD, Jericho, NY 11753

Enrollment

423

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#545 of 4,742

In Jericho

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

JERICHO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Cantiague Elementary School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Jericho · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cantiague Elementary School

Cantiague Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jericho, NY, part of JERICHO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cantiague Elementary School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cantiague Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #545 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Cantiague Elementary School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency86.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+30.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.7 pts
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+23.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$38,152
Chronic Absenteeism10.2%

Cantiague Elementary School — Students at Cantiague Elementary School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 86.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 82.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
85.3%
ELA
85%
2022
Math
84.2%
ELA
86.6%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Cantiague Elementary School Compares

See how Cantiague Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in NY
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

Location

678 CANTIAGUE ROCK RD, Jericho, NY 11753

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cantiague Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GEORGE A JACKSON SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Westbury), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jericho, see our Jericho schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho 0.7 mi 9.2
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Westbury 1.1 mi 7.6
BURNS AVENUE SCHOOL Hicksville 1.1 mi 5.7
OBRIDGE ACADEMY Hicksville 1.1 mi 3.8
JERICHO MIDDLE SCHOOL Jericho 1.5 mi 9.1
JERICHO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Jericho 1.5 mi 8.9
OLD COUNTRY ROAD SCHOOL Hicksville 1.6 mi 5.2
CAROUSEL DAY SCHOOL Hicksville 1.6 mi
POWELLS LANE SCHOOL Westbury 1.5 mi 5.9
GEORGE A JACKSON SCHOOL Jericho 1.6 mi 8.9
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hicksville 1.7 mi 7.0
DUTCH LANE SCHOOL Hicksville 2.1 mi 6.0
HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Hicksville 1.9 mi 7.4
CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Westbury 2.2 mi 8.1
W TRESPER CLARKE HIGH SCHOOL Westbury 2.2 mi 8.8
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville 2.1 mi 7.7
BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL Westbury 2.4 mi 8.8
HICKSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hicksville 2.0 mi 6.5
DRYDEN STREET SCHOOL Westbury 2.1 mi 4.5
WESTBURY FRIENDS SCHOOL Westbury 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$185,000

Median Home Value

$950,100

Median Rent

$2,628/mo

Population

12,729

College Educated

73.8%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

41.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cantiague Elementary School

What grades does Cantiague Elementary School serve?

Cantiague Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cantiague Elementary School?

Cantiague Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cantiague Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cantiague 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 Cantiague Elementary School rank in NY?

Cantiague Elementary School ranks #545 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Cantiague Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cantiague Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Cantiague Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cantiague Elementary School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cantiague Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cantiague Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cantiague Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cantiague Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cantiague Elementary School?

18.9% of students at Cantiague 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

District

JERICHO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,242
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$38,152
District Rank
#5 of 5

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