GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL

GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MONTICELLO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MONTICELLO, NY with about 563 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

George L. Cooke Elementary School is a public school located in Monticello, New York, serving students within the Monticello Central School District. As a primary educational institution in the community, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its elementary-age students. The school emphasizes foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to engage in a well-rounded curriculum designed to prepare them for future academic success.

The school operates with a focus on community involvement and collaboration, often leveraging its connection to the broader Monticello school system to provide resources and programs that benefit its student body. By promoting a culture of curiosity and personal growth, George L. Cooke Elementary strives to create a safe and nurturing space where young learners can build the necessary confidence and knowledge to thrive throughout their academic journey. For more information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or specific programs, families are encouraged to visit the district’s official website at http://monticelloschools.net/.

For more information, contact GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL at (845) 794-8830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

69 RICHARDSON AVE
MONTICELLO, NY 12701
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GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MONTICELLO, NY with about 563 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
563
Teachers:
50.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 563 students

Hispanic/Latino
35.7%
White
33.9%
Black or African American
18.7%
Two or more races
9.9%
Asian
1.8%

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%

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.