Very Good
#1507 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 32% in state
Cornwall Elementary School
Elementary School · CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
99 LEE RD, Cornwall, NY 12518
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,507 of 4,742
In Cornwall
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Cornwall Elementary School
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About Cornwall Elementary School
Cornwall Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cornwall, NY, part of CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cornwall Elementary School serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornwall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,507 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cornwall Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Cornwall Elementary School — Students at Cornwall Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 7.4/10.
How Cornwall Elementary School Compares
See how Cornwall Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
99 LEE RD, Cornwall, NY 12518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cornwall Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cornwall, see our Cornwall schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| CORNWALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cornwall | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW YORK MILITARY ACADEMY Cornwall On Hudson | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| KAPLAN CAREER ACADEMY New Windsor | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| BLOOMING GROVE ACADEMY LLC New Windsor | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE STORM KING SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| VAILS GATE STEAM ACADEMY New Windsor | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| CORNWALL CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL New Windsor | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New Windsor | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL New Windsor | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.8 mi | 4.7 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY Newburgh | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| HORIZON-ON-THE-HUDSON SCHOOL Newburgh | 4.8 mi | 3.4 |
| GIDNEY AVENUE MEMORIAL SCHOOL Newburgh | 5.0 mi | 2.9 |
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring | 4.2 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,833
Median Home Value
$358,200
Median Rent
$1,720/mo
Population
5,728
College Educated
53.6%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43
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|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cornwall Elementary School
What grades does Cornwall Elementary School serve?
Cornwall Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Cornwall Elementary School?
Cornwall Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornwall Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cornwall Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cornwall Elementary School rank in NY?
Cornwall Elementary School ranks #1,507 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cornwall Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cornwall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Cornwall Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cornwall Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cornwall Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cornwall Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cornwall Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cornwall Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cornwall Elementary School?
24.3% of students at Cornwall 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 577
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (845) 534-8009
Resources & Links
District
CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,028
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,420
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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