Very Good
#832 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 18% in state
Colonial School
Elementary School · PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
315 HIGHBROOK AVE, Pelham, NY 10803
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#832 of 4,742
In Pelham
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Colonial School
Colonial School is a public elementary school in Pelham, NY, part of PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Colonial School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Colonial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #832 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Colonial School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Colonial School — Students at Colonial School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.2/10.
How Colonial School Compares
See how Colonial School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
315 HIGHBROOK AVE, Pelham, NY 10803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colonial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby New Rochelle), with a very similar rating. Another option is PROSPECT HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SIWANOY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pelham, see our Pelham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PELHAM MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Pelham | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL Pelham | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| SIWANOY SCHOOL Pelham | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| GRAHAM SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Pelham | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PROSPECT HILL SCHOOL Pelham | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| WESTCHESTER AREA SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| MOUNT VERNON HONOR ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| TRAPHAGEN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NEW ROCHELLE IN PELHAM Pelham | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| THE HALLEN SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| WESTCHESTER MUSLIM CENTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$212,288
Median Home Value
$961,300
Median Rent
$2,242/mo
Population
13,096
College Educated
73.5%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
37.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BANK STREET SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York, NY | 7.9 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy, NY | 7.9 |
| BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
| CALEDONIA-MUMFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caledonia, NY | 7.9 |
| CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway, NY | 7.9 |
| FORT ANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Ann, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colonial School
What grades does Colonial School serve?
Colonial School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Colonial School?
Colonial School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colonial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Colonial School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colonial School rank in NY?
Colonial School ranks #832 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Colonial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Colonial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Colonial School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colonial School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Colonial School a charter school?
No, Colonial School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colonial School a Title I school?
No, Colonial School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (914) 738-2680
Resources & Links
District
PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,838
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,651
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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