Below Average
#3675 of 4,742 schools in NY
Kakiat Elementary School
Middle School · EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)
465 VIOLA RD, Spring Valley, NY 10977
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,675 of 4,742
In Spring Valley
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Kakiat Elementary School
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About Kakiat Elementary School
Kakiat Elementary School is a public middle school in Spring Valley, NY, part of EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY). Kakiat Elementary School serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kakiat Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,675 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Kakiat Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 3.8
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Kakiat 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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Kakiat Elementary School — Students at Kakiat Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 38 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: 3.5/10.
How Kakiat Elementary School Compares
See how Kakiat Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
465 VIOLA RD, Spring Valley, NY 10977
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kakiat Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. YESHIVA OHR TORAH (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Monsey), which scores notably higher. Another option is ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND 2 (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Monsey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAMAPO HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Valley, see our Spring Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kakiat Elementary School
What grades does Kakiat Elementary School serve?
Kakiat Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Kakiat Elementary School?
Kakiat Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kakiat Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kakiat 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 Kakiat Elementary School rank in NY?
Kakiat Elementary School ranks #3,675 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Kakiat Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kakiat Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Kakiat Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kakiat Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kakiat Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kakiat Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kakiat Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kakiat Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kakiat Elementary School?
87.0% of students at Kakiat 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 678
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (845) 577-6100
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
- #6 of 14
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