Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street 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 89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School encompasses the entire Port Chester school district, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street 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
School Overview
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street 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 Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#222 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
74%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
55%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School's ranking?
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School is ranked #222 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School often compared to?
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Meadow School, Greenville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School?
598 students attend Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School?
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School offer ?
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School part of?
Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School is part of Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District.
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