Serving 678 students in grades 4-8, Kakiat 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 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kakiat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kakiat Elementary School's student population of 678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kakiat 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 Kakiat Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#3678 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
76%
30%
Black
20%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Kakiat Elementary School's ranking?
Kakiat Elementary School is ranked #3678 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Kakiat Elementary School often compared to?
Kakiat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lime Kiln Elementary School, Hempstead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Kakiat Elementary School?
678 students attend Kakiat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kakiat Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kakiat Elementary School?
Kakiat Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kakiat Elementary School offer ?
Kakiat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kakiat Elementary School part of?
Kakiat Elementary School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
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