Needs Improvement
#4255 of 4,742 schools in NY
Cohocton Elementary School
School · WAYLAND-COHOCTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
30 PARK AVE, Cohocton, NY 14826
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,255 of 4,742
In district
#4 of 4
WAYLAND-COHOCTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Cohocton Elementary School
Cohocton Elementary School is a public school in Cohocton, NY, part of WAYLAND-COHOCTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cohocton Elementary School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cohocton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,255 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cohocton Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Cohocton Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Cohocton Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
48% of students at Cohocton 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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Cohocton Elementary School — Students at Cohocton Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Cohocton Elementary School Compares
See how Cohocton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 PARK AVE, Cohocton, NY 14826
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cohocton Elementary School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HAVERLING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Bath), which scores notably higher. Another option is WAYLAND-COHOCTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRATTSBURGH CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Prattsburgh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cohocton, see our Cohocton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AVOCA CENTRAL SCHOOL Avoca | 7.3 mi | 6.2 |
| WAYLAND-COHOCTON HIGH SCHOOL Wayland | 6.8 mi | 8.0 |
| WAYLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wayland | 6.8 mi | 4.2 |
| WAYLAND-COHOCTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Wayland | 6.8 mi | 5.5 |
| NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples | 9.8 mi | 6.6 |
| NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL Naples | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CTR-SNELL FARM CAMPUS SCHOOL Bath | 10.5 mi | — |
| PRATTSBURGH CENTRAL SCHOOL Prattsburgh | 10.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ELLIS B HYDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dansville | 11.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ARKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL Arkport | 12.0 mi | 6.3 |
| DANSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Dansville | 11.5 mi | 5.5 |
| DANSVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dansville | 11.6 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTH HORNELL SCHOOL Hornell | 13.1 mi | 5.9 |
| HORNELL JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hornell | 14.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ST ANNS ACADEMY Hornell | 14.2 mi | 5.6 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Bath | 15.4 mi | — |
| VERNON E WIGHTMAN PRIMARY SCHOOL Bath | 14.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HORNELL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Hornell | 14.4 mi | 4.3 |
| HAVERLING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bath | 14.1 mi | 8.9 |
| DANA L LYON MIDDLE SCHOOL Bath | 14.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,088
Median Home Value
$115,800
Median Rent
$742/mo
Population
2,134
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
88.9%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
41.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cohocton Elementary School
What grades does Cohocton Elementary School serve?
Cohocton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Cohocton Elementary School?
Cohocton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cohocton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cohocton Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cohocton Elementary School rank in NY?
Cohocton Elementary School ranks #4,255 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cohocton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cohocton 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 Cohocton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cohocton Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Cohocton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cohocton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cohocton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cohocton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cohocton Elementary School?
40.0% of students at Cohocton 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 75
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Steuben County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.0%
- Phone
- (585) 384-5234
Resources & Links
District
WAYLAND-COHOCTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,354
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,431
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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