Average
#2325 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 49% in state
Cumberland Head Elementary School
Elementary School · BEEKMANTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
37 EAGLE WAY, West Chazy, NY 12992
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,325 of 4,742
In West Chazy
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
BEEKMANTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Cumberland Head Elementary School
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About Cumberland Head Elementary School
Cumberland Head Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Chazy, NY, part of BEEKMANTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cumberland Head Elementary School serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cumberland Head Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,325 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cumberland Head Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Cumberland Head Elementary School — Students at Cumberland Head Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.2%
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: 6.4/10.
How Cumberland Head Elementary School Compares
See how Cumberland Head Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
37 EAGLE WAY, West Chazy, NY 12992
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cumberland Head Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHAZY CENTRAL RURAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Chazy), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMAS E GLASGOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Plattsburgh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Folsom Education & Community Center (rated 5.5/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby South Hero), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Chazy, see our West Chazy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12992 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,214
Median Home Value
$173,100
Median Rent
$895/mo
Population
4,129
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
77.3%
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
44.2
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| BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan, NY | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cumberland Head Elementary School
What grades does Cumberland Head Elementary School serve?
Cumberland Head Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cumberland Head Elementary School?
Cumberland Head Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cumberland Head Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cumberland Head Elementary School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cumberland Head Elementary School rank in NY?
Cumberland Head Elementary School ranks #2,325 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cumberland Head Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cumberland Head Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Cumberland Head Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cumberland Head Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cumberland Head Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cumberland Head Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cumberland Head Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cumberland Head Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cumberland Head Elementary School?
47.2% of students at Cumberland Head 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
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Clinton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (518) 563-8321
Resources & Links
District
BEEKMANTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,060
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,431
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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