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#223 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 5% in state

Furnace Woods Elementary School

Elementary School · HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

239 WATCH HILL RD, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567

Enrollment

321

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.7

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#223 of 4,742

In Cortlandt Manor

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Furnace Woods Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Cortlandt Manor · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Furnace Woods Elementary School

Furnace Woods Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cortlandt Manor, NY, part of HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Furnace Woods Elementary School serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Furnace Woods Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #223 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Furnace Woods Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Furnace Woods Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$36,242
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Furnace Woods Elementary School — Students at Furnace Woods Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
83.3%
ELA
88%
2022
Math
73.4%
ELA
49.8%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Furnace Woods Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in NY
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Location

239 WATCH HILL RD, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Furnace Woods Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Mohegan Lake), with a very similar rating. Another option is CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Croton-On-Hudson), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Crompond), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cortlandt Manor, see our Cortlandt Manor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 0.2 mi 6.8
OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor 0.7 mi 4.8
WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 2.1 mi 8.7
WOODSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 2.1 mi 6.0
PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill 2.5 mi 7.2
HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill 2.8 mi 4.7
PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill 2.6 mi 6.1
HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Montrose 2.4 mi 8.6
FRANK G LINDSEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montrose 2.5 mi 6.9
OAKSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 2.9 mi 6.4
LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond 3.2 mi 7.1
URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill 3.2 mi 4.6
HOLY NAME OF MARY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.5 mi
CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.5 mi 7.7
CROTON-HARMON HIGH SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.7 mi 9.0
PIERRE VAN CORTLANDT SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.8 mi 7.9
ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.8 mi 6.9
VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 3.8 mi 5.7
BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan 3.0 mi 6.3
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 4.8 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10567 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$152,334

Median Home Value

$532,600

Median Rent

$1,913/mo

Population

20,260

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

92.8%

Avg Commute

41.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Furnace Woods Elementary School

What grades does Furnace Woods Elementary School serve?

Furnace Woods Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Furnace Woods Elementary School?

Furnace Woods Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Furnace Woods Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Furnace Woods Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Furnace Woods Elementary School rank in NY?

Furnace Woods Elementary School ranks #223 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Furnace Woods Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Furnace Woods Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Furnace Woods Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Furnace Woods Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Furnace Woods Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Furnace Woods Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

37.4% of students at Furnace Woods 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,220
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$36,242
District Rank
#1 of 5

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