Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, William Boyce Thompson 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 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Boyce Thompson School's student population of 373 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
William Boyce Thompson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Boyce Thompson School is 0.53, 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
#3516 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Boyce Thompson School's ranking?
William Boyce Thompson School is ranked #3516 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William Boyce Thompson School often compared to?
William Boyce Thompson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yonkers Early Childhood Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William Boyce Thompson School?
373 students attend William Boyce Thompson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of William Boyce Thompson School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Boyce Thompson School?
William Boyce Thompson School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William Boyce Thompson School offer ?
William Boyce Thompson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Boyce Thompson School part of?
William Boyce Thompson School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is William Boyce Thompson School located?
William Boyce Thompson School is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest Yonkers.
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