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Tri-valley Elementary School

Elementary School · TRI-VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

34 MOORE HILL RD, Grahamsville, NY 12740

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,972 of 4,742

In Grahamsville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

TRI-VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Tri-valley Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Grahamsville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Tri-valley Elementary School

Tri-valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grahamsville, NY, part of TRI-VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Tri-valley Elementary School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Tri-valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,972 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Tri-valley Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Tri-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.

34% of students at Tri-valley 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-16.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.4 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$38,269
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

Tri-valley Elementary School — Students at Tri-valley Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
86%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
23%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
28.2%
ELA
45.8%
2022
Math
36.6%
ELA
38.5%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Tri-valley Elementary School Compares

See how Tri-valley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in NY
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

Location

34 MOORE HILL RD, Grahamsville, NY 12740

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tri-valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KERHONKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Accord), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Monticello), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EMMA C CHASE SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Wurtsboro), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grahamsville, see our Grahamsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.3 mi
School Distance Rating
TRI-VALLEY SECONDARY SCHOOL Grahamsville 0.0 mi 6.1
BENJAMIN COSOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fallsburg 8.9 mi 3.9
FALLSBURG JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fallsburg 8.9 mi 4.2
BAIS YAAKOV OF SOUTH FALLSBURG South Fallsburg 9.7 mi 5.0
TALMUD TORAH IMREI BURECH Kiamesha Lake 11.9 mi 5.4
ELLENVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ellenville 11.9 mi 3.8
CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES-ELLENVILLE Ellenville 12.0 mi 4.6
ELLENVILLE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ellenville 11.9 mi 4.0
HEBREW DAY SCHOOL OF SULLIVAN & ULSTER COUNTIES Kiamesha Lake 13.0 mi
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liberty 11.1 mi 4.4
LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Liberty 11.5 mi 7.0
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 11.6 mi 5.1
GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL Monticello 15.6 mi 4.8
SULLIVAN BOCES Liberty 13.0 mi 5.7
KERHONKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Accord 13.3 mi 6.7
THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY Monticello 14.9 mi 7.5
KENNETH L RUTHERFORD SCHOOL Monticello 16.3 mi 3.0
MONTICELLO HIGH SCHOOL Monticello 16.4 mi 6.5
ROBERT J KAISER MIDDLE SCHOOL Monticello 16.4 mi 4.1
EMMA C CHASE SCHOOL Wurtsboro 19.3 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,630

Median Home Value

$279,000

Median Rent

$1,031/mo

Population

1,683

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

76.8%

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

50.2

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DR WALTER COOPER ACADEMY Rochester, NY 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tri-valley Elementary School

What grades does Tri-valley Elementary School serve?

Tri-valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Tri-valley Elementary School?

Tri-valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tri-valley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tri-valley Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tri-valley Elementary School rank in NY?

Tri-valley Elementary School ranks #2,972 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Tri-valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tri-valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Tri-valley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tri-valley Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tri-valley Elementary School a charter school?

No, Tri-valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tri-valley Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Tri-valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tri-valley Elementary School?

42.0% of students at Tri-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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

District

TRI-VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
907
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$38,269
District Rank
#2 of 2

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