Excellent
#10 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Heathcote School
Elementary School · SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
26 PALMER AVE, Scarsdale, NY 10583
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#10 of 4,742
In Scarsdale
#1 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Heathcote School
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About Heathcote School
Heathcote School is a public elementary school in Scarsdale, NY, part of SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Heathcote School serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Heathcote School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Heathcote School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 9.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Heathcote School — Students at Heathcote School score 91% 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
→ 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: 9.4/10.
How Heathcote School Compares
See how Heathcote School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
26 PALMER AVE, Scarsdale, NY 10583
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heathcote School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GREENACRES SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EDGEWOOD SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Scarsdale, see our Scarsdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCARSDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Scarsdale | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| GEORGE M DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| KODOMONO KUNI White Plains | 1.4 mi | — |
| SCARSDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| IONA PREPARATORY LOWER SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTCHESTER TORAH ACADEMY New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| EDGEWOOD SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| FOX MEADOW SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| WINDWARD SCHOOL THE White Plains | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| RIDGEWAY SCHOOL White Plains | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| WHITE PLAINS MIDDLE SCHOOL White Plains | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| IONA PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ARCHBISHOP STEPINAC HIGH SCHOOL White Plains | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| WILLIAM B WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Rochelle | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL White Plains | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Harrison | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,131,700
Median Rent
$2,476/mo
Population
40,612
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
85.1%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MOHANSIC SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 9.4 |
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 Brooklyn, NY | 9.3 |
| GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.3 |
| SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sea Cliff, NY | 9.3 |
| NAPLES STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 9.6 |
| JEFFREY RATNER-ROBERT SEAMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho, NY | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heathcote School
What grades does Heathcote School serve?
Heathcote School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Heathcote School?
Heathcote School has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heathcote School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heathcote School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heathcote School rank in NY?
Heathcote School ranks #10 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Heathcote School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heathcote School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Heathcote School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heathcote School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Heathcote School a charter school?
No, Heathcote School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heathcote School a Title I school?
No, Heathcote 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
- 357
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (914) 721-2760
Resources & Links
District
SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,724
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,198
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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