Very Good
#1626 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 34% in state
Based on limited data
Minisink Valley Elementary School
Elementary School · MINISINK VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 217, Slate Hill, NY 10973
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,626 of 4,742
In Slate Hill
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
MINISINK VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Minisink Valley Elementary School
Elementary School in Slate Hill · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Minisink Valley Elementary School
Minisink Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Slate Hill, NY, part of MINISINK VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Minisink Valley Elementary School serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Minisink Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,626 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Minisink Valley Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Minisink Valley Elementary School Compares
See how Minisink Valley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 217, Slate Hill, NY 10973
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minisink Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRESIDENTIAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Middletown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ANNA S KUHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Port Jervis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MAPLE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Middletown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Slate Hill, see our Slate Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10973 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,508
Median Home Value
$379,400
Median Rent
$1,788/mo
Population
2,300
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
86.8%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minisink Valley Elementary School
What grades does Minisink Valley Elementary School serve?
Minisink Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Minisink Valley Elementary School?
Minisink Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minisink Valley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Minisink Valley Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minisink Valley Elementary School rank in NY?
Minisink Valley Elementary School ranks #1,626 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Minisink Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Minisink Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Minisink Valley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Minisink Valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minisink Valley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Minisink Valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minisink Valley Elementary School?
25.0% of students at Minisink Valley 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 472
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (845) 355-5273
Resources & Links
District
MINISINK VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,596
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,398
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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