Serving 567 students in grades 4-6, Willow Grove Elementary 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Grove Elementary School serves the southern part of Thiells, NY, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Grove Elementary School's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willow Grove Elementary 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 Willow Grove Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2998 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
64%
31%
Black
14%
15%
White
15%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Grove Elementary School is ranked #2998 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Willow Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haverstraw Elementary School, James A Farley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Willow Grove Elementary School?
567 students attend Willow Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Willow Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Grove Elementary School?
Willow Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willow Grove Elementary School offer ?
Willow Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willow Grove Elementary School part of?
Willow Grove Elementary School is part of Haverstraw-Stony Point Csd (North Rockland) School District.
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