George L Cooke School vs Kenneth L Rutherford School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George L Cooke School
Monticello · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
590 students
Kenneth L Rutherford School
Monticello · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
466 students
| Measure | George L Cooke School Monticello, New York | Kenneth L Rutherford School Monticello, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2123 of 2,536 | #2296 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #39912 of 50,301 | #42766 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 590 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 590 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 79.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 15% |
| city | Monticello | Monticello |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George L Cooke School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.8 vs 23.3).
- •George L Cooke School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 15%).
- •George L Cooke School does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 11%).
- •George L Cooke School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.7% vs 79.4%).
- •George L Cooke School is the larger school with 590 students compared with 466.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is George L Cooke School better than Kenneth L Rutherford School?
On the Success Index (US), George L Cooke School ranks higher (27.8 vs 23.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are George L Cooke School and Kenneth L Rutherford School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Monticello and Monticello in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George L Cooke School: 590. Kenneth L Rutherford School: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George L Cooke School and Kenneth L Rutherford School rank in New York?
George L Cooke School is 2123rd of 2,536 and Kenneth L Rutherford School is 2296th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).