Needs Improvement
#4618 of 4,742 schools in NY
Eldorado Elementary School
Middle School · EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)
5 ELDORADO DR, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,618 of 4,742
In Chestnut Ridge
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#12 of 14
EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)
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About Eldorado Elementary School
Eldorado Elementary School is a public middle school in Chestnut Ridge, NY, part of EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY). Eldorado Elementary School serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Eldorado Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,618 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Eldorado Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Eldorado 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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Eldorado Elementary School — Students at Eldorado Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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: 2.3/10.
How Eldorado Elementary School Compares
See how Eldorado Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5 ELDORADO DR, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eldorado Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fieldstone Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Montvale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHESTNUT RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chestnut Ridge, see our Chestnut Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10977 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,724
Median Home Value
$602,300
Median Rent
$1,711/mo
Population
71,465
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
45.9%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
29.1%
Median Age
24.8
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| LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna, NY | 3.3 |
| AUBURN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Auburn, NY | 3.5 |
| CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 3.5 |
| GASKILL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niagara Falls, NY | 2.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eldorado Elementary School
What grades does Eldorado Elementary School serve?
Eldorado Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Eldorado Elementary School?
Eldorado Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eldorado Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Eldorado Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eldorado Elementary School rank in NY?
Eldorado Elementary School ranks #4,618 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Eldorado Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Eldorado Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Eldorado Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Eldorado Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Eldorado Elementary School a charter school?
No, Eldorado Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eldorado Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Eldorado Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eldorado Elementary School?
85.5% of students at Eldorado 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
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (845) 577-6150
Resources & Links
District
EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)- District Enrollment
- 10,473
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,521
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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