Serving 795 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pearls Hawthorne School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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-8
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearls Hawthorne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pearls Hawthorne School's student population of 795 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Pearls Hawthorne School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearls Hawthorne School is 0.73, which is more 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
#150 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
44%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Pearls Hawthorne School's ranking?
Pearls Hawthorne School is ranked #150 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pearls Hawthorne School?
795 students attend Pearls Hawthorne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pearls Hawthorne School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearls Hawthorne School?
Pearls Hawthorne School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pearls Hawthorne School offer ?
Pearls Hawthorne School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pearls Hawthorne School part of?
Pearls Hawthorne School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pearls Hawthorne School located?
Pearls Hawthorne School is located in the Ludlow neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Ludlow.
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