Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prospect Hill 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prospect Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prospect Hill School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prospect Hill School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prospect Hill School is 0.46, 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
#591 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
72%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prospect Hill School's ranking?
Prospect Hill School is ranked #591 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Prospect Hill School often compared to?
Prospect Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siwanoy School, Colonial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Prospect Hill School?
327 students attend Prospect Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Prospect Hill School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prospect Hill School?
Prospect Hill School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Prospect Hill School offer ?
Prospect Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Prospect Hill School part of?
Prospect Hill School is part of Pelham Union Free School District.
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