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#4190 of 4,742 schools in NY

Mount Kisco Elementary School

Elementary School · BEDFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

47 W HYATT AVE, Mount Kisco, NY 10549

Enrollment

494

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,190 of 4,742

In district

#7 of 7

BEDFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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4.1/10

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About Mount Kisco Elementary School

Mount Kisco Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mount Kisco, NY, part of BEDFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mount Kisco Elementary School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Kisco Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,190 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Kisco Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-23 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.8 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$40,945
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Mount Kisco Elementary School — Students at Mount Kisco Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 43.4% (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
90%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
31.3%
ELA
41.8%
2022
Math
30.5%
ELA
30.1%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Mount Kisco Elementary School Compares

See how Mount Kisco Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in NY
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Location

47 W HYATT AVE, Mount Kisco, NY 10549

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Kisco Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOUGLAS G GRAFFLIN SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Chappaqua), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTORCHARD SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Chappaqua), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WAMPUS SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Armonk), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Kisco, see our Mount Kisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
THE KARAFIN SCHOOL Mount Kisco 0.7 mi 6.9
TALMUD TORAH BAIS YECHIEL-NITRA Mount Kisco 2.0 mi 5.6
WEST PATENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills 1.8 mi 7.4
YESHIVA FARM SETTLEMENT SCHOOL Mount Kisco 2.1 mi 5.8
HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL Chappaqua 2.4 mi 9.3
SEVEN BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Chappaqua 2.3 mi 8.7
BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills 3.0 mi 7.5
FOX LANE HIGH SCHOOL Bedford 2.7 mi 8.6
ROARING BROOK SCHOOL Chappaqua 3.0 mi 8.3
FOX LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bedford 2.9 mi 6.2
DOUGLAS G GRAFFLIN SCHOOL Chappaqua 3.7 mi 8.8
KATONAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah 3.8 mi 8.2
WESTORCHARD SCHOOL Chappaqua 3.3 mi 8.5
ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua 3.9 mi 8.3
COMAN HILL SCHOOL Armonk 4.5 mi 8.0
RIPPOWAM CISQUA SCHOOL Bedford 3.8 mi 7.4
WAMPUS SCHOOL Armonk 5.2 mi 8.5
BYRAM HILLS HIGH SCHOOL Armonk 5.1 mi 8.9
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 5.1 mi 6.0
H C CRITTENDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Armonk 5.4 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,327

Median Home Value

$652,800

Median Rent

$1,686/mo

Population

15,858

College Educated

60.2%

Homeownership

74.4%

Avg Commute

35.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Kisco Elementary School

What grades does Mount Kisco Elementary School serve?

Mount Kisco Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mount Kisco Elementary School?

Mount Kisco Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Kisco Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Kisco Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Kisco Elementary School rank in NY?

Mount Kisco Elementary School ranks #4,190 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Mount Kisco Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Kisco Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Mount Kisco Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Kisco Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mount Kisco Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mount Kisco Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mount Kisco Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Kisco Elementary School?

60.3% of students at Mount Kisco 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
82 Very Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

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