Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cahill 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cahill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cahill School's student population of 412 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Cahill School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cahill School is 0.58, 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
#2616 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
27%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Cahill School's ranking?
Cahill School is ranked #2616 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cahill School often compared to?
Cahill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riccardi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cahill School?
412 students attend Cahill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cahill School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cahill School?
Cahill School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cahill School offer ?
Cahill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cahill School part of?
Cahill School is part of Saugerties Central School District.
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