Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montessori School 31 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori School 31 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Montessori School 31's student population of 322 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montessori School 31 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori School 31 is 0.65, 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
#2688 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
18%
41%
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
54%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori School 31's ranking?
Montessori School 31 is ranked #2688 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Montessori School 31 often compared to?
Montessori School 31is often viewed alongside schools like Kahlil Gibran School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Montessori School 31?
322 students attend Montessori School 31.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Montessori School 31 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori School 31?
Montessori School 31 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montessori School 31 offer ?
Montessori School 31 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Montessori School 31 part of?
Montessori School 31 is part of Yonkers City School District.
School Reviews
5 6/30/2018
REALLY GREAT SCHOOL! So glad my kids are having fun and getting a great education. The teachers are so good and friendly. Your child could get a great education as well as fun. I highly recommend you put your child in this school, you won`t regret it.
2 11/24/2017
Such a great School. I am very happy my kids are in Montessori School 31. Great Teachers and staff Members
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