Very Good
#1452 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 31% in state
Montessori School 27
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
132 VALENTINE LN, Yonkers, NY 10705
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,452 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#8 of 41
public schools
In district
#8 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Montessori School 27
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About Montessori School 27
Montessori School 27 is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Montessori School 27 serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori School 27 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,452 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Montessori School 27 show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Montessori School 27 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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Montessori School 27 — Students at Montessori School 27 score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 8.5/10.
How Montessori School 27 Compares
See how Montessori School 27 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
132 VALENTINE LN, Yonkers, NY 10705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori School 27 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE BIONDI SCHOOL/RISING GROUND INC Yonkers | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MARGARET OF CORTONA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| SAR HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN Bronx | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| YESHIVA OHAVEI TORAH OF RIVERDALE Bronx | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA OF THE TELSHE ALUMNI Bronx | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Bronx | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.4 mi | — |
| MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,616
Median Home Value
$445,600
Median Rent
$1,602/mo
Population
40,390
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
36.4%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 7.3 |
| ALDEN PRIMARY AT TOWNLINE Alden, NY | 7.3 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 7.3 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 7.3 |
| ETHEL K FYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori School 27
What grades does Montessori School 27 serve?
Montessori School 27 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori School 27?
Montessori School 27 has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori School 27?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori School 27 is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montessori School 27 rank in NY?
Montessori School 27 ranks #1,452 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Montessori School 27's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori School 27 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Montessori School 27?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montessori School 27 has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Montessori School 27 a charter school?
No, Montessori School 27 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montessori School 27 a Title I school?
No, Montessori School 27 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montessori School 27?
58.4% of students at Montessori School 27 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8455
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #8 of 40
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