Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pennington 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pennington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pennington School's student population of 421 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Pennington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pennington School is 0.65, 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
#2449 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
50%
16%
White
16%
40%
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
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennington School's ranking?
Pennington School is ranked #2449 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pennington School often compared to?
Pennington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School, Traphagen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pennington School?
421 students attend Pennington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pennington School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pennington School?
Pennington School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pennington School offer ?
Pennington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pennington School part of?
Pennington School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Pennington School located?
Pennington School is located in the North Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in North Side.
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