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#744 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 16% in state

William E Cottle School

Elementary School · TUCKAHOE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 SIWANOY BLVD, Eastchester, NY 10709

Enrollment

506

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#744 of 4,742

In Eastchester

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

TUCKAHOE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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William E Cottle School

8.0/10

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

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7.0/10

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9.1/10

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About William E Cottle School

William E Cottle School is a public elementary school in Eastchester, NY, part of TUCKAHOE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. William E Cottle School serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. William E Cottle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #744 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for William E Cottle School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+28.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,046
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

William E Cottle School — Students at William E Cottle School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (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
85%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2021*
Math
81.9%
ELA
73.4%
2022
Math
82.2%
ELA
61.8%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How William E Cottle School Compares

See how William E Cottle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
84th percentile in NY
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

Location

2 SIWANOY BLVD, Eastchester, NY 10709

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William E Cottle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONXVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bronxville), which scores notably higher. Another option is WAVERLY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THE CHAPEL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Bronxville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Eastchester, see our Eastchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
TUCKAHOE MIDDLE SCHOOL Eastchester 0.2 mi 7.0
TUCKAHOE HIGH SCHOOL Eastchester 0.2 mi 9.1
THE CHAPEL SCHOOL Bronxville 0.3 mi 7.6
FLEX SCHOOL - BRONXVILLE Bronxville 0.5 mi
WAVERLY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Eastchester 0.8 mi 8.1
WESTCHESTER MUSLIM CENTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.0 mi 5.5
ANNE HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Eastchester 1.0 mi 7.2
MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.1 mi 8.1
BRONXVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronxville 0.9 mi 9.1
BRONXVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Bronxville 0.9 mi 9.1
BRONXVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronxville 0.9 mi 9.1
THE URSULINE SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.0 mi 6.2
EASTCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Eastchester 1.3 mi 7.4
PENNINGTON SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.2 mi 5.5
EASTCHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Eastchester 1.4 mi 9.0
TRAPHAGEN SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.5 mi 5.2
NEW ROCHELLE HIGH SCHOOL New Rochelle 1.3 mi 7.0
PAIDEIA SCHOOL 15 Yonkers 1.5 mi 5.7
HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Pelham 1.7 mi 7.0
MOUNT VERNON HONOR ACADEMY Mount Vernon 1.7 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$175,424

Median Home Value

$844,000

Median Rent

$1,955/mo

Population

10,274

College Educated

67.6%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William E Cottle School

What grades does William E Cottle School serve?

William E Cottle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend William E Cottle School?

William E Cottle School has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William E Cottle School?

The student-teacher ratio at William E Cottle School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William E Cottle School rank in NY?

William E Cottle School ranks #744 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is William E Cottle School's MySchoolScout rating?

William E Cottle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 William E Cottle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William E Cottle School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is William E Cottle School a charter school?

No, William E Cottle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William E Cottle School a Title I school?

No, William E Cottle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William E Cottle School?

15.4% of students at William E Cottle 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
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

District

TUCKAHOE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,079
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,046
District Rank
#2 of 3

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