Meco School serves 160 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
10 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
91%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (02-03)
46%
13%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Meco School?
160 students attend Meco School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Meco School students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Meco School offer ?
Meco School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Meco School part of?
Meco School is part of Gloversville City School District.
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