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Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
27 POPLAR ST, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
844
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
844
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,278 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#27 of 41
public schools
In district
#28 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts
Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts serves approximately 844 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,278 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts 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.
48% of students at Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts 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
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Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts — Students at Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 7.1/10.
How Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts Compares
See how Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
27 POPLAR ST, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.5 mi | — |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,310
Median Home Value
$412,900
Median Rent
$1,694/mo
Population
70,054
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
27.8%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.8
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| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY | 5.4 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts
What grades does Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts serve?
Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts?
Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts has an enrollment of approximately 844 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts rank in NY?
Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts ranks #3,278 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts a charter school?
No, Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts a Title I school?
No, Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts?
79.5% of students at Enrico Fermi School for the Performing 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 844
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.3%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8460
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #28 of 40
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