Serving 713 students in grades Kindergarten-3, West Haverstraw Elementary 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 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Haverstraw Elementary School's student population of 713 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Mascot
Raider
School Rankings
West Haverstraw Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Haverstraw Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#3860 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
73%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Haverstraw Elementary School's ranking?
West Haverstraw Elementary School is ranked #3860 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Haverstraw Elementary School often compared to?
West Haverstraw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stony Point Elementary School, Thiells Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Haverstraw Elementary School?
713 students attend West Haverstraw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of West Haverstraw Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Haverstraw Elementary School?
West Haverstraw Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Haverstraw Elementary School offer ?
West Haverstraw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Haverstraw Elementary School part of?
West Haverstraw Elementary School is part of Haverstraw-Stony Point Csd (North Rockland) School District.
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