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Bardonia Elementary School

Elementary School · CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

31 BARDONIA RD, Bardonia, NY 10954

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,350 of 4,742

In district

#15 of 15

CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

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About Bardonia Elementary School

Bardonia Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bardonia, NY, part of CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bardonia Elementary School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bardonia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,350 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bardonia Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,785
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Bardonia Elementary School — Students at Bardonia Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
45.8%
ELA
72.3%
2022
Math
57.3%
ELA
54.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Bardonia Elementary School Compares

See how Bardonia Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
51th percentile in NY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

31 BARDONIA RD, Bardonia, NY 10954

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bardonia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GEORGE W MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Nanuet), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bardonia, see our Bardonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack 0.6 mi 7.0
CLARKSTOWN SOUTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Nyack 0.9 mi 9.0
ROCKLAND BOCES West Nyack 0.9 mi 5.7
FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 1.0 mi 6.6
FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 1.0 mi 7.7
FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack 1.0 mi 7.6
LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 1.3 mi 8.1
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Nanuet 1.2 mi 6.9
A MACARTHUR BARR MIDDLE SCHOOL Nanuet 1.6 mi 6.0
STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack 1.4 mi 7.9
NANUET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nanuet 1.7 mi 8.4
LINK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 1.7 mi 7.3
GEORGE W MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nanuet 1.8 mi 7.8
HIGHVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nanuet 1.8 mi 7.5
WEST NYACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack 1.7 mi 6.7
BIRCHWOOD SCHOOL West Nyack 2.1 mi 6.7
ROCKLAND COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT New City 2.5 mi
NEW CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 2.8 mi 7.1
LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 3.0 mi 7.7
MOSDOS SANZ KLAUSENBURG OF MONSEY - SITE 2 Spring Valley 2.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,927

Median Home Value

$502,300

Median Rent

$2,184/mo

Population

27,474

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bardonia Elementary School

What grades does Bardonia Elementary School serve?

Bardonia Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bardonia Elementary School?

Bardonia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bardonia Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bardonia Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bardonia Elementary School rank in NY?

Bardonia Elementary School ranks #2,350 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bardonia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bardonia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bardonia Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bardonia Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bardonia Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bardonia Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bardonia Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bardonia Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bardonia Elementary School?

30.4% of students at Bardonia Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

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