George D Ryder Elementary School serves 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is lower than the New York state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the New York state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 62%
- Reading Proficiency: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
George D Ryder Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of George D Ryder Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)62%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)57%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
88%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 schools are George D Ryder Elementary School often compared to?
George D Ryder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cobleskill-richmondville High School, Joseph B Radez Elementary School, Duanesburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NY state average).
How many students attend George D Ryder Elementary School?
368 students attend George D Ryder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of George D Ryder Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George D Ryder Elementary School?
George D Ryder Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George D Ryder Elementary School offer ?
George D Ryder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George D Ryder Elementary School part of?
George D Ryder Elementary School is part of Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School District.
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