Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Matthew Paterson 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matthew Paterson Elementary School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Motto
Pandas are Responsible, Respectful, Safe and Kind
School Rankings
Matthew Paterson 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 Matthew Paterson Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2725 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
42%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
47%
39%
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
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Carmel Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pandas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthew Paterson Elementary School's ranking?
Matthew Paterson Elementary School is ranked #2725 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Matthew Paterson Elementary School often compared to?
Matthew Paterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kent Elementary School, Kent Primary School, Pawling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Matthew Paterson Elementary School?
464 students attend Matthew Paterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Matthew Paterson Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matthew Paterson Elementary School?
Matthew Paterson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Matthew Paterson Elementary School offer ?
Matthew Paterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matthew Paterson Elementary School part of?
Matthew Paterson Elementary School is part of Carmel Central School District.
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