Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Elmwood 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmwood Elementary School serves the southern part of Monsey, NY, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmwood Elementary School's student population of 598 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elmwood 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 Elmwood Elementary 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
#4051 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
73%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Elementary School's ranking?
Elmwood Elementary School is ranked #4051 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Elementary School?
598 students attend Elmwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Elmwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmwood Elementary School?
Elmwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elmwood Elementary School offer ?
Elmwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elmwood Elementary School part of?
Elmwood Elementary School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
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