Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cantiague Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cantiague Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cantiague Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At Cantiague Elementary, we are changing the world, one bucket at a time!
School Rankings
Cantiague Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cantiague Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#123 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
76%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cantiague Elementary School's ranking?
Cantiague Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cantiague Elementary School often compared to?
Cantiague Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George A Jackson School, Jeffrey Ratner-robert Seaman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cantiague Elementary School?
423 students attend Cantiague Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Cantiague Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cantiague Elementary School?
Cantiague Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cantiague Elementary School offer ?
Cantiague Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cantiague Elementary School part of?
Cantiague Elementary School is part of Jericho Union Free School District.
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