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#4013 of 4,742 schools in NY

Elmwood Elementary School

Elementary School · EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)

43 ROBERT PITT DR, Monsey, NY 10952

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,013 of 4,742

In Monsey

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#7 of 14

EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY)

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Elmwood Elementary School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Monsey · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Elmwood Elementary School

Elmwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Monsey, NY, part of EAST RAMAPO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPRING VALLEY). Elmwood Elementary School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elmwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,013 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Elmwood Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Elmwood Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-34.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-43.5 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,521
Chronic Absenteeism31.5%

Elmwood Elementary School — Students at Elmwood Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.4% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 26.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.6% (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
74%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2012
Math
11%
ELA
11%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
10%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
16.3%
ELA
29.5%
2022
Math
13.7%
ELA
18.8%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Elmwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in NY
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

Location

43 ROBERT PITT DR, Monsey, NY 10952

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elmwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CONGREGATION TALMUD TORAH IMREI BINAH (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Spring Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST RAMAPO EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT KAKIAT (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Spring Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARGETTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monsey, see our Monsey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
YESHIVATH VIZNITZ DKHAL TORATH CHAIM, INC. Monsey 0.3 mi 3.8
BETH ROCHEL SCHOOL-GIRLS Monsey 0.6 mi 3.2
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND 2 Monsey 0.5 mi 6.3
BAIS CHINUCH TORAS EMACHU Monsey 0.7 mi 5.6
CONGREGATION PEER BAIS YAAKOV Monsey 0.6 mi 4.5
SPRING VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Spring Valley 0.7 mi 6.0
YESHIVA TZOIN YOSEF Monsey 1.1 mi 5.3
KAKIAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley 1.3 mi 4.9
EAST RAMAPO EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT KAKIAT Spring Valley 1.3 mi 5.8
BNEI YAKOV YOSEF OF MONSEY Spring Valley 1.1 mi 5.6
MARGETTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey 1.4 mi 5.8
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Spring Valley 1.2 mi 4.4
TALMUD TORAH OF BOBOV Spring Valley 1.2 mi 4.9
YESHIVA KINYAN TORAH Monsey 1.2 mi 5.2
MONSEY BEIS CHAYA MUSHKA-HIGH SCHOOL Airmont 1.4 mi 6.7
CONGREGATION TALMUD TORAH IMREI BINAH Spring Valley 1.2 mi 5.9
BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley 1.5 mi 4.5
YESHIVA OHEL TORAH Monsey 1.3 mi 4.7
BAIS YAAKOV ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley 1.6 mi 4.7
RAMAPO HIGH SCHOOL Spring Valley 1.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10952 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,696

Median Home Value

$786,300

Median Rent

$1,715/mo

Population

47,169

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

43.3%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

35.5%

Median Age

20.1

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CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville, NY 4.4
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY 4.4
DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 4.4
DEWITT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster, NY 4.4
GEORGE F JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott, NY 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elmwood Elementary School

What grades does Elmwood Elementary School serve?

Elmwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Elmwood Elementary School?

Elmwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Elmwood Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elmwood Elementary School rank in NY?

Elmwood Elementary School ranks #4,013 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Elmwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elmwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Elmwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elmwood Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Elmwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Elmwood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

80.4% of students at Elmwood 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

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