Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Otsego Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Otsego Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Otsego Elementary School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Otsego Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otsego Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#959 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
40%
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
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Otsego Elementary School's ranking?
Otsego Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Otsego Elementary School often compared to?
Otsego Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paumanok Elementary School, James H Boyd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Otsego Elementary School?
583 students attend Otsego Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Otsego Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Otsego Elementary School?
Otsego Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Otsego Elementary School offer ?
Otsego Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Otsego Elementary School part of?
Otsego Elementary School is part of Half Hollow Hills Central School District.
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