Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Nyack 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Nyack Elementary School serves the southern part of West Nyack, NY, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.7 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school. The edge of the attendance zone is about 1.8 miles from the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Nyack Elementary School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Nyack Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Nyack Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1747 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
49%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Nyack Elementary School's ranking?
West Nyack Elementary School is ranked #1747 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Nyack Elementary School often compared to?
West Nyack Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strawtown Elementary School, Upper Nyack School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Nyack Elementary School?
304 students attend West Nyack Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of West Nyack Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Nyack Elementary School?
West Nyack Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Nyack Elementary School offer ?
West Nyack Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Nyack Elementary School part of?
West Nyack Elementary School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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