Serving 185 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Deforest A Hill Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: Westmoreland Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Westmoreland, NY, encompassing approximately 42.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 3.8 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deforest A Hill Primary School's student population of 185 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Deforest A Hill Primary School is 0.08, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Deforest A Hill Primary School?
185 students attend Deforest A Hill Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Deforest A Hill Primary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deforest A Hill Primary School?
Deforest A Hill Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deforest A Hill Primary School offer ?
Deforest A Hill Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deforest A Hill Primary School part of?
Deforest A Hill Primary School is part of Westmoreland Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
it is good but I have a question I just moved here a couple of months ago and I need to enroll my daughter into kindergarten and I don't know the enrollment date for the new year could someone help me with that thank you my email is [email protected]
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