Summary:
The 10974 zip code is home to a single standout elementary school, Sloatsburg Elementary School, which serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade. This high-performing school is part of the Suffern Central School District and consistently outperforms district and state averages on New York State Assessments in both English Language Arts and Math.
With a diverse student population of 223 students, Sloatsburg Elementary School has a strong academic profile, ranking 792 out of 2,439 New York elementary schools in the 2022-2023 school year. The school's 3-star rating from SchoolDigger reflects its fluctuating performance over the past few years, with rankings ranging from 836 in 2021-2022 to 1,444 in 2020-2021. However, the school's higher spending per student ($24,815) and lower student-teacher ratio (9.8) suggest that it is well-resourced, which may contribute to its academic success.
While the specific free/reduced lunch rate is not provided, the diverse racial makeup of the student population, with 41.7% White, 10.31% African American, 35.43% Hispanic, 4.48% Asian, 1.35% Native American, and 6.73% two or more races, indicates that Sloatsburg Elementary School serves a varied community. Further analysis comparing the school's performance to other schools in the Suffern Central School District or the broader region would provide valuable context and help identify any unique strengths or challenges the school faces.
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