Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cohen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cohen Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Cohen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cohen Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3424 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
88%
39%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cohen Elementary School's ranking?
Cohen Elementary School is ranked #3424 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cohen Elementary School often compared to?
Cohen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finn Academy An Elmira Charter School, Diven School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cohen Elementary School?
443 students attend Cohen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cohen Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cohen Elementary School?
Cohen Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cohen Elementary School offer ?
Cohen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cohen Elementary School part of?
Cohen Elementary School is part of Elmira Heights Central School District.
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