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Van Cortlandtville School

Elementary School · LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

31002 MAIN ST-RT 6, Mohegan Lake, NY 10547

Enrollment

578

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,954 of 4,742

In Mohegan Lake

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Van Cortlandtville School

5.7/10

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

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About Van Cortlandtville School

Van Cortlandtville School is a public elementary school in Mohegan Lake, NY, part of LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Van Cortlandtville School serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Cortlandtville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,954 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Van Cortlandtville School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.3 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-32.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,251
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

Van Cortlandtville School — Students at Van Cortlandtville School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (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
93%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
62.8%
2022
Math
36.2%
ELA
36.6%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Van Cortlandtville School Compares

See how Van Cortlandtville School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in NY
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

Location

31002 MAIN ST-RT 6, Mohegan Lake, NY 10547

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Van Cortlandtville School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Putnam Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Cortlandt Manor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mohegan Lake, see our Mohegan Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 1.0 mi 8.4
LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond 1.1 mi 7.1
PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley 1.7 mi 7.3
PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Putnam Valley 1.8 mi 8.0
ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 1.7 mi 6.9
LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL Shrub Oak 1.9 mi 8.6
WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 2.4 mi 8.7
HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill 2.3 mi 4.7
PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley 2.9 mi 8.7
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 2.5 mi 6.7
OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor 3.2 mi 4.8
URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill 2.5 mi 4.6
PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill 2.9 mi 7.2
BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.7 mi 6.8
LAKELAND-COPPER BEECH MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 2.9 mi 7.3
OAKSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 3.1 mi 6.4
FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.8 mi 8.7
CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 3.0 mi 6.8
PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill 3.3 mi 6.1
WOODSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 3.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,295

Median Home Value

$479,200

Median Rent

$2,363/mo

Population

7,361

College Educated

52.4%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

40.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Van Cortlandtville School

What grades does Van Cortlandtville School serve?

Van Cortlandtville School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Van Cortlandtville School?

Van Cortlandtville School has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Cortlandtville School?

The student-teacher ratio at Van Cortlandtville School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Van Cortlandtville School rank in NY?

Van Cortlandtville School ranks #2,954 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Van Cortlandtville School's MySchoolScout rating?

Van Cortlandtville 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 Van Cortlandtville School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Cortlandtville School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Van Cortlandtville School a charter school?

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

Is Van Cortlandtville School a Title I school?

No, Van Cortlandtville School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

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