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#2782 of 4,742 schools in NY
Riccardi Elementary School
Elementary School · SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
CALL BOX A, Saugerties, NY 12477
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,782 of 4,742
In Saugerties
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Riccardi Elementary School
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About Riccardi Elementary School
Riccardi Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saugerties, NY, part of SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Riccardi Elementary School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Riccardi Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,782 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Riccardi Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Riccardi Elementary School — Students at Riccardi Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 4.6/10.
How Riccardi Elementary School Compares
See how Riccardi Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
CALL BOX A, Saugerties, NY 12477
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riccardi Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Another option is MILL ROAD-PRIMARY GRADES (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Red Hook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAHILL SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saugerties, see our Saugerties schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SAUGERTIES JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saugerties | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SAUGERTIES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Saugerties | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES Kingston | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| WRAPAROUND SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY INC Lake Katrine | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| RED HOOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Red Hook | 4.6 mi | 9.0 |
| E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 5.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MILL ROAD-PRIMARY GRADES Red Hook | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MILL ROAD-INTERMEDIATE GRADES Red Hook | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LINDEN AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Red Hook | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
| MORSE SCHOOL Saugerties | 5.4 mi | 5.6 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston | 6.6 mi | 4.2 |
| DEVEREUX IN NY Red Hook | 5.3 mi | 8.5 |
| GERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Germantown | 6.7 mi | 8.1 |
| GERMANTOWN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Germantown | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODSTOCK DAY SCHOOL Saugerties | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CHILDREN'S HOME OF KINGSTON Kingston | 8.5 mi | 7.6 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Kingston | 8.5 mi | 3.1 |
| KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL Kingston | 8.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12477 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,353
Median Home Value
$292,100
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
18,789
College Educated
34.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
46.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| AUSTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mahopac, NY | 5.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING Bronx, NY | 5.9 |
| CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove, NY | 5.9 |
| E A MCALLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherrill, NY | 5.9 |
| EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park, NY | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riccardi Elementary School
What grades does Riccardi Elementary School serve?
Riccardi Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Riccardi Elementary School?
Riccardi Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riccardi Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riccardi Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riccardi Elementary School rank in NY?
Riccardi Elementary School ranks #2,782 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Riccardi Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riccardi Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Riccardi Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riccardi Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Riccardi Elementary School a charter school?
No, Riccardi Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riccardi Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Riccardi Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riccardi Elementary School?
34.5% of students at Riccardi 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Ulster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (845) 247-6870
Resources & Links
District
SAUGERTIES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,327
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,399
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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