Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School is 0.42, 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
#1471 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
73%
16%
White
1%
41%
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
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School's ranking?
Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School is ranked #1471 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School?
232 students attend Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School?
Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School offer ?
Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School part of?
Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School located?
Rebecca Turner Elemtnary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in South Side.
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