Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Patricia A Dichiaro School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patricia A Dichiaro School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Patricia A Dichiaro School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Patricia A Dichiaro School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patricia A Dichiaro School is 0.66, 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
#622 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
43%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patricia A Dichiaro School's ranking?
Patricia A Dichiaro School is ranked #622 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Patricia A Dichiaro School often compared to?
Patricia A Dichiaro Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casimir Pulaski School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Patricia A Dichiaro School?
536 students attend Patricia A Dichiaro School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Patricia A Dichiaro School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patricia A Dichiaro School?
Patricia A Dichiaro School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patricia A Dichiaro School offer ?
Patricia A Dichiaro School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patricia A Dichiaro School part of?
Patricia A Dichiaro School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Patricia A Dichiaro School located?
Patricia A Dichiaro School is located in the Cedar Knolls neighborhood of Bronxville, NY.
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