Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cobbles Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cobbles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cobbles Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cobbles Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cobbles Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#805 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cobbles Elementary School's ranking?
Cobbles Elementary School is ranked #805 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cobbles Elementary School often compared to?
Cobbles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scribner Road Elementary School, Plank Road South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cobbles Elementary School?
546 students attend Cobbles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cobbles Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cobbles Elementary School?
Cobbles Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cobbles Elementary School offer ?
Cobbles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cobbles Elementary School part of?
Cobbles Elementary School is part of Penfield Central School District.
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