B C CATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

B C CATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ODESSA-MONTOUR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MONTOUR FALLS, NY with about 210 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. 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 17 teachers, B C CATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

B.C. Cate Elementary School, located in Montour Falls, New York, serves as a primary educational institution within the Odessa-Montour Central School District. Situated on Canal Street, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of the Schuyler County community. It focuses on providing a foundational education for elementary-aged students, emphasizing both academic development and the social-emotional growth necessary for long-term success in the district’s K-12 system.

The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity and student engagement. By utilizing the resources of the Odessa-Montour Central School District, B.C. Cate Elementary aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school through a structured curriculum that aligns with New York State standards. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub for educational programming, extracurricular activities, and local outreach efforts intended to strengthen the bond between the school and the surrounding Montour Falls area.

For more information, contact B C CATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (607) 535-7267 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.