Serving 636 students in grades 3-5, Cottage Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottage Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cottage Lane Elementary School's student population of 636 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
636 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Cottage Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottage Lane Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1959 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
58%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South Orangetown Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottage Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Cottage Lane Elementary School is ranked #1959 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cottage Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Cottage Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Orangetown Middle School, Tappan Zee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cottage Lane Elementary School?
636 students attend Cottage Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Cottage Lane Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottage Lane Elementary School?
Cottage Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cottage Lane Elementary School offer ?
Cottage Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cottage Lane Elementary School part of?
Cottage Lane Elementary School is part of South Orangetown Central School District.
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