Serving 802 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Benjamin Cosor 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 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School's student population of 802 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Cosor 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 Benjamin Cosor Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4159 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
60%
30%
Black
9%
15%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Cosor Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School is ranked #4159 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Benjamin Cosor Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sullivan West Elementary School, Tri-valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Cosor Elementary School?
802 students attend Benjamin Cosor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Benjamin Cosor Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Cosor Elementary School?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benjamin Cosor Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Cosor Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Cosor Elementary School is part of Fallsburg Central School District.
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