Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montessori School 27 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori School 27 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Montessori School 27's student population of 332 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Montessori School 27 ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori School 27 is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1541 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
70%
30%
Black
16%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Montessori School 27's ranking?
Montessori School 27 is ranked #1541 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Montessori School 27 often compared to?
Montessori School 27is often viewed alongside schools like Pearls Hawthorne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Montessori School 27?
332 students attend Montessori School 27.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Montessori School 27 students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori School 27?
Montessori School 27 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montessori School 27 offer ?
Montessori School 27 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montessori School 27 part of?
Montessori School 27 is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori School 27 located?
Montessori School 27 is located in the Ludlow neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Ludlow.
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