Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Siwanoy School ranks in the top 10% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Siwanoy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Siwanoy School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Siwanoy School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Siwanoy School is 0.45, 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
#239 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
73%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
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 Siwanoy School's ranking?
Siwanoy School is ranked #239 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Siwanoy School often compared to?
Siwanoy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonial School, Prospect Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Siwanoy School?
287 students attend Siwanoy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Siwanoy School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Siwanoy School?
Siwanoy School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Siwanoy School offer ?
Siwanoy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Siwanoy School part of?
Siwanoy School is part of Pelham Union Free School District.
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