Excellent
#522 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 11% in state
J V Forrestal Elementary School
Elementary School · BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
125 LIBERTY ST, Beacon, NY 12508
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#522 of 4,742
In Beacon
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About J V Forrestal Elementary School
J V Forrestal Elementary School is a public elementary school in Beacon, NY, part of BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. J V Forrestal Elementary School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. J V Forrestal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #522 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for J V Forrestal Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, J V Forrestal Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at J V Forrestal 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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J V Forrestal Elementary School — Students at J V Forrestal Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 9.1/10.
How J V Forrestal Elementary School Compares
See how J V Forrestal Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 LIBERTY ST, Beacon, NY 12508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J V Forrestal Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), with a comparable rating. Another option is HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Cold Spring), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Cornwall On Hudson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beacon, see our Beacon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROMBOUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Beacon | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| BEACON HIGH SCHOOL Beacon | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SARGENT SCHOOL Beacon | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH AVENUE SCHOOL Beacon | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| GLENHAM SCHOOL Fishkill | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| HORIZON-ON-THE-HUDSON SCHOOL Newburgh | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.1 mi | 4.8 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| FISHKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BALMVILLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.6 mi | 3.2 |
| GIDNEY AVENUE MEMORIAL SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.5 mi | 2.9 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring | 5.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring | 5.7 mi | 9.3 |
| HALDANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cold Spring | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MANITOU SCHOOL Cold Spring | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,510
Median Home Value
$401,500
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
19,519
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
41.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 8.2 |
| HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick, NY | 8.2 |
| NORTHVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northville, NY | 8.2 |
| WILLITS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 8.2 |
| 47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J V Forrestal Elementary School
What grades does J V Forrestal Elementary School serve?
J V Forrestal Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend J V Forrestal Elementary School?
J V Forrestal Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J V Forrestal Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at J V Forrestal Elementary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J V Forrestal Elementary School rank in NY?
J V Forrestal Elementary School ranks #522 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is J V Forrestal Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
J V Forrestal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 J V Forrestal Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J V Forrestal Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is J V Forrestal Elementary School a charter school?
No, J V Forrestal Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J V Forrestal Elementary School a Title I school?
No, J V Forrestal Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J V Forrestal Elementary School?
38.7% of students at J V Forrestal 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (845) 838-6900
Resources & Links
District
BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,635
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,127
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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