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#3140 of 4,742 schools in NY
Cedar Knolls Academy
School · HAWTHORNE-CEDAR KNOLLS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
226 LINDA AVE, Hawthorne, NY 10532
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,140 of 4,742
In Hawthorne
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
HAWTHORNE-CEDAR KNOLLS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Cedar Knolls Academy
Cedar Knolls Academy is a public school in Hawthorne, NY, part of HAWTHORNE-CEDAR KNOLLS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cedar Knolls Academy serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Knolls Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,140 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Knolls Academy show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, Cedar Knolls Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Cedar Knolls Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Cedar Knolls Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Knolls Academy — Students at Cedar Knolls Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 12 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Cedar Knolls Academy Compares
See how Cedar Knolls Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
226 LINDA AVE, Hawthorne, NY 10532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Knolls Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HAWTHORNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNT PLEASANT-COTTAGE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLYTHEDALE SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Valhalla), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINDEN HILL HIGH SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thornwood | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| KENSICO SCHOOL Valhalla | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| VALHALLA HIGH SCHOOL Valhalla | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| VALHALLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Valhalla | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| EF ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL Thornwood | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL Thornwood | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| WESTLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thornwood | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| HAWTHORNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT-COTTAGE SCHOOL Pleasantville | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| EDENWALD SCHOOL Pleasantville | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| PLEASANTVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| BLYTHEDALE SCHOOL Valhalla | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BRIARCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor | 2.5 mi | 9.3 |
| BRIARCLIFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| VIRGINIA ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL White Plains | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| POCANTICO HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL Sleepy Hollow | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,662
Median Home Value
$675,300
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
5,253
College Educated
53.6%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
43.7
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| NYSARC INC-SUFFOLK CHAPTER Bohemia, NY | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Knolls Academy
What grades does Cedar Knolls Academy serve?
Cedar Knolls Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Cedar Knolls Academy?
Cedar Knolls Academy has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Knolls Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Knolls Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Knolls Academy rank in NY?
Cedar Knolls Academy ranks #3,140 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Cedar Knolls Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Knolls Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Cedar Knolls Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Knolls Academy has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Cedar Knolls Academy a charter school?
No, Cedar Knolls Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Knolls Academy a Title I school?
No, Cedar Knolls Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Knolls Academy?
25.8% of students at Cedar Knolls Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 66
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.8%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 749-2964
Resources & Links
District
HAWTHORNE-CEDAR KNOLLS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $89,967
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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