Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kahlil Gibran 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 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kahlil Gibran School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kahlil Gibran School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Kahlil Gibran 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 Kahlil Gibran School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2751 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
33%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Kahlil Gibran School's ranking?
Kahlil Gibran School is ranked #2751 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Kahlil Gibran School often compared to?
Kahlil Gibran Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Family School 32 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Kahlil Gibran School?
515 students attend Kahlil Gibran School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kahlil Gibran School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kahlil Gibran School?
Kahlil Gibran School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kahlil Gibran School offer ?
Kahlil Gibran School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kahlil Gibran School part of?
Kahlil Gibran School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kahlil Gibran School located?
Kahlil Gibran School is located in the Colonial Heights neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Colonial Heights.
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