Below Average
#3732 of 4,742 schools in NY
George L Cooke School
Elementary School · MONTICELLO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
69 RICHARDSON AVE, Monticello, NY 12701
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,732 of 4,742
In Monticello
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
MONTICELLO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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George L Cooke School
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About George L Cooke School
George L Cooke School is a public elementary school in Monticello, NY, part of MONTICELLO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. George L Cooke School serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. George L Cooke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,732 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for George L Cooke School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at George L Cooke School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, George L Cooke School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
63% of students at George L Cooke 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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George L Cooke School — Students at George L Cooke School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 20 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: 6.1/10.
How George L Cooke School Compares
See how George L Cooke School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
69 RICHARDSON AVE, Monticello, NY 12701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George L Cooke School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N A HAMILTON BICENTENNIAL SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Cuddebackville), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRI-VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Grahamsville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GEORGE ROSS MACKENZIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Glen Spey), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Monticello, see our Monticello schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,601
Median Home Value
$178,300
Median Rent
$989/mo
Population
12,191
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
41.7%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
38
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| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx, NY | 4.8 |
| CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton, NY | 4.8 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk, NY | 4.8 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly, NY | 4.8 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY Buffalo, NY | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George L Cooke School
What grades does George L Cooke School serve?
George L Cooke School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend George L Cooke School?
George L Cooke School has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George L Cooke School?
The student-teacher ratio at George L Cooke School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George L Cooke School rank in NY?
George L Cooke School ranks #3,732 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is George L Cooke School's MySchoolScout rating?
George L Cooke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 George L Cooke School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George L Cooke School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019).
Is George L Cooke School a charter school?
No, George L Cooke School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George L Cooke School a Title I school?
No, George L Cooke School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George L Cooke School?
64.1% of students at George L Cooke 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 593
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sullivan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.6%
- Phone
- (845) 794-8830
Resources & Links
District
MONTICELLO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,856
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,567
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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