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#4144 of 4,742 schools in NY

Montebello Road School

Elementary School · SUFFERN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

50 MONTEBELLO RD, Suffern, NY 10901

Enrollment

325

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,144 of 4,742

In Suffern

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

SUFFERN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Montebello Road School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Suffern · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Montebello Road School

Montebello Road School is a public elementary school in Suffern, NY, part of SUFFERN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Montebello Road School serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Montebello Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,144 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Montebello Road School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Montebello Road School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,781
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Montebello Road School — Students at Montebello Road School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
32.8%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
37.6%
ELA
45.1%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Montebello Road School Compares

See how Montebello Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
13th percentile in NY
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Location

50 MONTEBELLO RD, Suffern, NY 10901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montebello Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Betsy Ross Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mahwah), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHEDER BEER YESHAYA (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RICHARD P CONNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Suffern, see our Suffern schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
SUFFERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern 0.1 mi 6.1
CHEDER BEER YESHAYA Suffern 0.8 mi 6.1
SUFFERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Suffern 1.1 mi 8.5
RICHARD P CONNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern 1.2 mi 6.1
VIOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern 1.6 mi 5.2
ONESCHOOL GLOBAL: NEW YORK Airmont 1.8 mi 5.8
CHERRY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern 1.9 mi 5.5
Betsy Ross Elementary Mahwah 2.2 mi 9.7
SHAAREI TORAH OF ROCKLAND Suffern 1.8 mi 6.8
CONGREGATION KOIFER NEFESH Monsey 1.8 mi 7.0
YESHIVA OHEL TORAH Monsey 1.9 mi 4.7
YESHIVA KETANA OHR REUVEN Suffern 2.3 mi 6.1
YESHIVA KINYAN TORAH Monsey 1.9 mi 5.2
SHAAREI ARAZIM OF MONSEY Suffern 2.9 mi 6.7
Mahwah High School Mahwah 2.8 mi 8.1
YESHIVA BETH MIKROH Monsey 2.5 mi 5.0
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND 2 Monsey 2.5 mi 6.3
CONGREGATION PEER BAIS YAAKOV Monsey 2.6 mi 4.5
MONSEY BEIS CHAYA MUSHKA-HIGH SCHOOL Airmont 2.8 mi 6.7
YESHIVA NER TORAH Monsey 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,651

Median Home Value

$490,700

Median Rent

$1,746/mo

Population

26,224

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

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CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston, NY 4.2
CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY 4.2
EAST NEW YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn, NY 4.2
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Malverne, NY 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montebello Road School

What grades does Montebello Road School serve?

Montebello Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Montebello Road School?

Montebello Road School has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montebello Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at Montebello Road School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Montebello Road School rank in NY?

Montebello Road School ranks #4,144 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Montebello Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

Montebello Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Montebello Road School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Montebello Road School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Montebello Road School a charter school?

No, Montebello Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Montebello Road School a Title I school?

No, Montebello Road School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

SUFFERN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,974
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,781
District Rank
#7 of 7

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