Excellent
#389 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Denzel Washington School-arts
High School · MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT
121 S 6TH AVE, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mount Vernon
#1 of 17
public schools
New York high schools
#86 of 1,160
In district
#1 of 16
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Denzel Washington School-arts
Denzel Washington School-arts is a public high school in Mount Vernon, NY, part of the MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 420 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.8th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math, 10 points above the state average and 84% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,903, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Denzel Washington School-arts — Students at Denzel Washington School-arts score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 9 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Denzel Washington School-arts Compares
See how Denzel Washington School-arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 57% (2019) to 57% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 75% (2019) to 84.5% (2021).
Location
121 S 6TH AVE, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Denzel Washington School-arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MOUNT VERNON STEAM ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Bronx), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| GRIMES SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| INTELLECTUS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Mt. Vernon | 0.5 mi | — |
| NELSON MANDELA/DR HOSA ZOLLICOFFER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| HAMILTON SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNT VERNON STEAM ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 87 Bronx | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MOUNT VERNON HONOR ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 68 Bronx | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| GRAHAM SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,903
Median Home Value
$482,600
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
40,072
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
40.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Denzel Washington School-arts has a median household income of $56,903. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $482,600, with a median rent of $1,451/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.5%. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Greenville, NY | 8.3 |
| PALMYRA-MACEDON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Palmyra, NY | 8.3 |
| PARK EAST HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.3 |
| TALENT UNLIMITED HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.3 |
| UNITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denzel Washington School-arts
What grades does Denzel Washington School-arts serve?
Denzel Washington School-arts serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Denzel Washington School-arts?
Denzel Washington School-arts has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denzel Washington School-arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Denzel Washington School-arts is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Denzel Washington School-arts rank in NY?
Denzel Washington School-arts is ranked #389 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Denzel Washington School-arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Denzel Washington School-arts has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Denzel Washington School-arts?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Denzel Washington School-arts has 50.3% math proficiency and 84.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Denzel Washington School-arts a charter school?
No, Denzel Washington School-arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Denzel Washington School-arts a Title I school?
No, Denzel Washington School-arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denzel Washington School-arts?
59.8% of students at Denzel Washington School-arts 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
- Walk Score
- 90 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 59 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 52 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,010/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 358-2740
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,813
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,486
- District Rank
- #1 of 16
Other Schools in This District
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