Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emma C Chase 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma C Chase School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Emma C Chase School's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emma C Chase 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 Emma C Chase School is 0.69, 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
#2894 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
30%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
45%
39%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma C Chase School's ranking?
Emma C Chase School is ranked #2894 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Emma C Chase School often compared to?
Emma C Chase Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Cosor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Emma C Chase School?
219 students attend Emma C Chase School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Emma C Chase School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma C Chase School?
Emma C Chase School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emma C Chase School offer ?
Emma C Chase School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emma C Chase School part of?
Emma C Chase School is part of Monticello Central School District.
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