Excellent
#465 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 10% in state
Willow Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
67 WILLOW AVE, Cornwall, NY 12518
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#465 of 4,742
In Cornwall
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Willow Avenue Elementary School
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About Willow Avenue Elementary School
Willow Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cornwall, NY, part of CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Willow Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Willow Avenue Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Willow Avenue Elementary School — Students at Willow Avenue Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 8.9/10.
How Willow Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Willow Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
67 WILLOW AVE, Cornwall, NY 12518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), with a very similar rating. Another option is NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cornwall On Hudson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cornwall, see our Cornwall schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,833
Median Home Value
$358,200
Median Rent
$1,720/mo
Population
5,728
College Educated
53.6%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Willow Avenue Elementary School serve?
Willow Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Willow Avenue Elementary School?
Willow Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Avenue Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willow Avenue Elementary School rank in NY?
Willow Avenue Elementary School ranks #465 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Willow Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Willow Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Avenue Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Willow Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Willow Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Willow Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Avenue Elementary School?
1.3% of students at Willow Avenue 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.4%
- Phone
- (845) 534-8009
Resources & Links
District
CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,028
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,420
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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