Serving 223 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emma C Chase 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 40-44% (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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma C Chase School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Emma C Chase School's student population of 223 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Emma C Chase 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 Emma C Chase School is 0.66, 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
#2894 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
27%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
50%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Emma C Chase School's ranking?
Emma C Chase School is ranked #2894 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Emma C Chase School often compared to?
Emma C Chase Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sullivan West Elementary School, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School, George L Cooke School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Emma C Chase School?
223 students attend Emma C Chase School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Emma C Chase School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma C Chase School?
Emma C Chase School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emma C Chase School offer ?
Emma C Chase School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emma C Chase School part of?
Emma C Chase School is part of Monticello Central School District.
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