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#288 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 6% in state

Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School

Elementary School · BLIND BROOK-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

390 N RIDGE ST, Rye Brook, NY 10573

Enrollment

615

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#288 of 4,742

In Rye Brook

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

BLIND BROOK-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School

8.6/10

Elementary School in Rye Brook · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School

Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School is a public elementary school in Rye Brook, NY, part of BLIND BROOK-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School serves approximately 615 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #288 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+29.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.6 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,873
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School — Students at Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 75.3% (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
99.5%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
83%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
84.3%
2022
Math
83.3%
ELA
79.5%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School Compares

See how Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in NY
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Location

390 N RIDGE ST, Rye Brook, NY 10573

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenville School (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Greenwich), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PURCHASE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Purchase), with a comparable rating. Additionally, New Lebanon School (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Greenwich), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rye Brook, see our Rye Brook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
BLIND BROOK HIGH SCHOOL Rye Brook 0.4 mi 9.1
BLIND BROOK-RYE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rye Brook 0.4 mi 8.7
WESTCHESTER BOCES Rye Brook 0.6 mi
KING STREET SCHOOL Port Chester 1.0 mi 3.5
PORT CHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Chester 1.3 mi 8.2
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Port Chester 1.3 mi 6.3
Glenville School Greenwich 1.3 mi 9.3
PORT CHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Chester 1.7 mi 5.1
SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Rye 1.7 mi 6.4
THOMAS A EDISON SCHOOL Port Chester 1.9 mi 6.0
PURCHASE SCHOOL Purchase 1.7 mi 8.1
JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Chester 2.3 mi 3.1
Western Middle School Greenwich 2.2 mi 8.5
New Lebanon School Greenwich 2.5 mi 7.4
THE WINDWARD SCHOOL White Plains 2.2 mi 7.4
RYE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rye 2.9 mi 6.6
EAGLE HILL SCHOOL Greenwich 2.2 mi 8.4
Hamilton Avenue School Greenwich 2.4 mi 7.0
THE GREENWICH JAPANESE SCHOOL Greenwich 2.5 mi 6.9
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NEW YORK White Plains 2.9 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,612

Median Home Value

$649,900

Median Rent

$1,940/mo

Population

40,982

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

56.7%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BATTERY PARK CITY SCHOOL New York, NY 8.6
BAYLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY 8.6
BERNE-KNOX-WESTERLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berne, NY 8.6
EAST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights, NY 8.6
ICHABOD CRANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valatie, NY 8.6
KENDALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kendall, NY 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School

What grades does Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School serve?

Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School?

Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School has an enrollment of approximately 615 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School rank in NY?

Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School ranks #288 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School a charter school?

No, Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School a Title I school?

No, Bruno M Ponterio Ridge Street School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

BLIND BROOK-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,310
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,873
District Rank
#3 of 3

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