VIRGIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

VIRGIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the CORTLAND CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in CORTLAND, NY with about 116 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 11 teachers, VIRGIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

VIRGIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in the town of Virgil, New York, serving students within the Cortland Enlarged City School District. Situated in a rural setting, the school is known for fostering a close-knit community environment that emphasizes personalized attention and a strong partnership between educators, students, and local families. Its curriculum is designed to meet New York State academic standards while promoting the social and emotional development of students from kindergarten through the early elementary grades.

The school places a significant focus on providing a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student engagement and academic growth. As part of the broader Cortland school system, Virgil Elementary benefits from district-wide resources and initiatives aimed at preparing children for their future academic careers. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub for educational activities, and detailed information regarding school calendars, district policies, and ongoing programs can be found on the official district website at http://www.cortlandschools.org.

For more information, contact VIRGIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (607) 758-4130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1208 CHURCH ST
CORTLAND, NY 13045-9411
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VIRGIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in CORTLAND, NY with about 116 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
116
Teachers:
11
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 116 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending VIRGIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.

White
94.0%
Two or more races
5.2%
Black or African American
0.9%

Female
45.7%
Male
54.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.