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Paideia School 24

Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

50 COLIN ST, Yonkers, NY 10701

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,895 of 4,742

In Yonkers

#18 of 41

public schools

In district

#19 of 40

YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Paideia School 24

5.8/10

Elementary School in Yonkers · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Paideia School 24

Paideia School 24 is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Paideia School 24 serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Paideia School 24 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,895 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Paideia School 24 show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

60% of students at Paideia School 24 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.8 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,185
Chronic Absenteeism59.8%

Paideia School 24 — Students at Paideia School 24 score 43% 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

60.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
13%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
46.8%
2022
Math
44.4%
ELA
42.1%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Paideia School 24 Compares

See how Paideia School 24 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in NY
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.8%

Location

50 COLIN ST, Yonkers, NY 10701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Paideia School 24 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SCHOOL 16 (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SCHOOL 5 Yonkers 0.3 mi 3.7
SAUNDERS TRADES & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers 0.5 mi 8.2
SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers 0.6 mi 6.5
SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers 0.6 mi 6.1
GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers 0.6 mi 3.0
CROSS HILL ACADEMY Yonkers 1.0 mi 5.5
YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers 1.0 mi 4.0
GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers 0.8 mi 7.1
SCHOOL 9 Yonkers 0.8 mi 3.8
SCHOOL 17 Yonkers 1.1 mi 2.1
SCHOOL 16 Yonkers 1.0 mi 5.6
HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers 1.0 mi
JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL Yonkers 1.3 mi 7.2
ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers 1.2 mi 7.4
WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers 1.1 mi 6.1
BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers 1.2 mi 5.1
OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers 1.3 mi 4.7
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Yonkers 1.5 mi 6.3
MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers 1.2 mi 4.1
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers 1.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,310

Median Home Value

$412,900

Median Rent

$1,694/mo

Population

70,054

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

27.8%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Paideia School 24

What grades does Paideia School 24 serve?

Paideia School 24 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Paideia School 24?

Paideia School 24 has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Paideia School 24?

The student-teacher ratio at Paideia School 24 is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Paideia School 24 rank in NY?

Paideia School 24 ranks #2,895 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Paideia School 24's MySchoolScout rating?

Paideia School 24 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Paideia School 24?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Paideia School 24 has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Paideia School 24 a charter school?

No, Paideia School 24 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Paideia School 24 a Title I school?

No, Paideia School 24 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paideia School 24?

60.8% of students at Paideia School 24 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
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.8%

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