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Carthage Elementary School

Elementary School · CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

900 BEAVER LN, Carthage, NY 13619

Enrollment

404

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,340 of 4,742

In Carthage

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Carthage Elementary School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Carthage · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carthage Elementary School

Carthage Elementary School is a public elementary school in Carthage, NY, part of CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Carthage Elementary School serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Carthage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,340 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Carthage Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Carthage Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-33.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.9 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-24.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,094
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Carthage Elementary School — Students at Carthage Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
37.3%
2022
Math
19.7%
ELA
27%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Carthage Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in NY
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Location

900 BEAVER LN, Carthage, NY 13619

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carthage Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLACK RIVER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Black River), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOWVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Lowville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PHILADELPHIA PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carthage, see our Carthage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.2 mi
School Distance Rating
AUGUSTINIAN ACADEMY Carthage 0.5 mi 6.0
CARTHAGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Carthage 2.4 mi 7.5
CARTHAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Carthage 2.4 mi 5.4
WEST CARTHAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage 2.8 mi 3.6
COPENHAGEN CENTRAL SCHOOL Copenhagen 7.3 mi 6.4
CRYSTAL LIGHT MENNONITE SCHOOL Castorland 7.6 mi 4.8
RIVER VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Castorland 7.5 mi 3.6
CHAMPION PEAK SCHOOL Copenhagen 9.2 mi
MILLCREEK AMISH Lowville 11.5 mi
BEAVER RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beaver Falls 10.6 mi 3.2
BEAVER RIVER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Beaver Falls 10.6 mi 7.8
BEAVER RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Beaver Falls 10.6 mi 3.5
INDIAN RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Philadelphia 12.4 mi 6.4
INDIAN RIVER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Philadelphia 12.3 mi 5.3
INDIAN RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia 12.6 mi 9.2
BLACK RIVER SCHOOL Black River 10.2 mi 7.2
DEERBROOK SCHOOL Lowville 13.8 mi
PHILADELPHIA PRIMARY SCHOOL Philadelphia 13.2 mi 6.8
LOWVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowville 14.2 mi 7.0
LOWVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Lowville 14.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,549

Median Home Value

$171,700

Median Rent

$984/mo

Population

10,774

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

56.7%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

35

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY 3.8
BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY 3.8
CARDINAL MCCLOSKEY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY 3.8
COMMUNITY SCHOOL #53 Buffalo, NY 3.8
CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY 3.8
CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carthage Elementary School

What grades does Carthage Elementary School serve?

Carthage Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Carthage Elementary School?

Carthage Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Carthage Elementary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carthage Elementary School rank in NY?

Carthage Elementary School ranks #4,340 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Carthage Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carthage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Carthage Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carthage Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Carthage Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Carthage Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

61.4% of students at Carthage 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,127
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,094
District Rank
#4 of 5

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