Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pound Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pound Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pound Ridge Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Pound Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pound Ridge Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1328 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
86%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pound Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Pound Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1328 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pound Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Pound Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford Village Elementary School, Increase Miller Elementary School, Prospect Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pound Ridge Elementary School?
207 students attend Pound Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pound Ridge Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pound Ridge Elementary School?
Pound Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pound Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Pound Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pound Ridge Elementary School part of?
Pound Ridge Elementary School is part of Bedford Central School District.
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