Excellent
#546 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
Katonah Elementary School
Elementary School · KATONAH-LEWISBORO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 387, Katonah, NY 10536
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#546 of 4,742
In Katonah
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
KATONAH-LEWISBORO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Katonah Elementary School
Katonah Elementary School is a public elementary school in Katonah, NY, part of KATONAH-LEWISBORO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Katonah Elementary School serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Katonah Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Katonah Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Katonah Elementary School — Students at Katonah Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.4/10.
How Katonah Elementary School Compares
See how Katonah Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 387, Katonah, NY 10536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Katonah Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INCREASE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PRIMROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Lincolndale), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bedford Hills), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Katonah, see our Katonah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| THE HARVEY SCHOOL Katonah | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| WEST PATENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| RIPPOWAM CISQUA SCHOOL Bedford | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| TALMUD TORAH BAIS YECHIEL-NITRA Mount Kisco | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MOUNT KISCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Kisco | 3.8 mi | 4.1 |
| FOX LANE HIGH SCHOOL Bedford | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| YESHIVA FARM SETTLEMENT SCHOOL Mount Kisco | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| FOX LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bedford | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| INCREASE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah | 3.9 mi | 8.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL Lincolndale | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SOMERS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lincolndale | 4.4 mi | 9.1 |
| BEDFORD VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| THE KARAFIN SCHOOL Mount Kisco | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SOMERS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Somers | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| IVES SCHOOL Lincolndale | 5.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SOMERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Somers | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PUTNAM-WESTCHESTER BOCES Yorktown Heights | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| JOHN JAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Katonah | 4.5 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$239,063
Median Home Value
$854,000
Median Rent
$2,418/mo
Population
11,010
College Educated
74.8%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
41.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
44.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 8.2 |
| CANTIAGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jericho, NY | 8.2 |
| CHILDREN'S LAB SCHOOL (THE) Long Island City, NY | 8.2 |
| DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 8.2 |
| FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL Fonda, NY | 8.2 |
| HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick, NY | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Katonah Elementary School
What grades does Katonah Elementary School serve?
Katonah Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Katonah Elementary School?
Katonah Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Katonah Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Katonah Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Katonah Elementary School rank in NY?
Katonah Elementary School ranks #546 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Katonah Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Katonah Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Katonah Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Katonah Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Katonah Elementary School a charter school?
No, Katonah Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Katonah Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Katonah Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Katonah Elementary School?
5.7% of students at Katonah 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.2%
- Phone
- (914) 763-7702
Resources & Links
District
KATONAH-LEWISBORO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,800
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,020
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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