Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aura A Cole Elementary 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aura A Cole Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Aura A Cole Elementary 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 Aura A Cole Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2926 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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 is Aura A Cole Elementary School's ranking?
Aura A Cole Elementary School is ranked #2926 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Aura A Cole Elementary School often compared to?
Aura A Cole Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hastings Mallory Elementary School, Cicero Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Aura A Cole Elementary School?
387 students attend Aura A Cole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Aura A Cole Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aura A Cole Elementary School?
Aura A Cole Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Aura A Cole Elementary School offer ?
Aura A Cole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aura A Cole Elementary School part of?
Aura A Cole Elementary School is part of Central Square Central School District.
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