Serving 241 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Patent Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than 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 47% 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: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Patent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
West Patent Elementary School's student population of 241 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
West Patent Elementary 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 West Patent Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#849 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
53%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Patent Elementary School's ranking?
West Patent Elementary School is ranked #849 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Patent Elementary School often compared to?
West Patent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford Hills Elementary School, Mount Kisco Elementary 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 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend West Patent Elementary School?
241 students attend West Patent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Patent Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Patent Elementary School?
West Patent 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 Patent Elementary School offer ?
West Patent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Patent Elementary School part of?
West Patent Elementary School is part of Bedford Central School District.
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