Excellent
#330 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
Meadow Pond Elementary School
Elementary School · KATONAH-LEWISBORO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 387, Katonah, NY 10536
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#330 of 4,742
In Katonah
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
KATONAH-LEWISBORO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Meadow Pond Elementary School
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About Meadow Pond Elementary School
Meadow Pond Elementary School is a public elementary school in Katonah, NY, part of KATONAH-LEWISBORO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Meadow Pond Elementary School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow Pond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Meadow Pond Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Meadow Pond Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Meadow Pond 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
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Meadow Pond Elementary School — Students at Meadow Pond Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.6%
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: 8.2/10.
How Meadow Pond Elementary School Compares
See how Meadow Pond Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 387, Katonah, NY 10536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadow Pond Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Farmingville Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Veterans Park Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Scotland Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Katonah, see our Katonah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THISTLEWAITHE LEARNING CENTER South Salem | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Ridgefield | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Veterans Park Elementary School Ridgefield | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
| East Ridge Middle School Ridgefield | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ST LUKES SCHOOL New Canaan | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| RIDGEFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ridgefield | 3.9 mi | — |
| POUND RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pound Ridge | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Farmingville Elementary School Ridgefield | 4.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Scotland Elementary School Ridgefield | 5.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Barlow Mountain Elementary School Ridgefield | 5.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Branchville Elementary School Ridgefield | 4.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Ridgefield High School Ridgefield | 5.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Scotts Ridge Middle School Ridgefield | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| JOHN JAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Katonah | 5.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Middlebrook School Wilton | 5.2 mi | 8.9 |
| JOHN JAY HIGH SCHOOL Katonah | 5.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Wilton High School Wilton | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Cider Mill School Wilton | 5.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Ridgebury Elementary School Ridgefield | 6.8 mi | 8.8 |
| BI-CULTURAL HEBREW ACADEMY Stamford | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
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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|---|---|
| GLENDAAL SCHOOL Scotia, NY | 8.5 |
| GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenmont, NY | 8.5 |
| GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head, NY | 8.5 |
| MILTON FEIN SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 8.5 |
| PRIMARY EDUCATION CENTER Youngstown, NY | 8.5 |
| PS 26 CARTERET SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadow Pond Elementary School
What grades does Meadow Pond Elementary School serve?
Meadow Pond Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meadow Pond Elementary School?
Meadow Pond Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Pond Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Pond Elementary School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadow Pond Elementary School rank in NY?
Meadow Pond Elementary School ranks #330 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Meadow Pond Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadow Pond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Meadow Pond Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Pond Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Meadow Pond Elementary School a charter school?
No, Meadow Pond Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadow Pond Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Meadow Pond Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow Pond Elementary School?
7.6% of students at Meadow Pond 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
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (914) 763-7902
Resources & Links
District
KATONAH-LEWISBORO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,800
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,020
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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