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Post Road School

Elementary School · WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

175 W POST RD, White Plains, NY 10606

Enrollment

599

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,356 of 4,742

In White Plains

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Post Road School

5.3/10

Elementary School in White Plains · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Post Road School

Post Road School is a public elementary school in White Plains, NY, part of WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Post Road School serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Post Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,356 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Post Road School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-18.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,760
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Post Road School — Students at Post Road School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (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
89%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
35.4%
ELA
35.4%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Post Road School Compares

See how Post Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in NY
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

175 W POST RD, White Plains, NY 10606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Post Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENACRES SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOX MEADOW SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIDGEWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in White Plains, see our White Plains schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
WHITE PLAINS MIDDLE SCHOOL White Plains 0.8 mi 6.7
GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale 0.9 mi 9.3
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL White Plains 0.8 mi 6.6
HIGHVIEW SCHOOL Hartsdale 0.9 mi 6.8
FUSION ACADEMY WES: WESTCHESTER White Plains 1.1 mi 8.5
KODOMONO KUNI White Plains 1.2 mi
CHURCH STREET SCHOOL White Plains 1.4 mi 6.1
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Hartsdale 1.1 mi 6.4
LEE F JACKSON SCHOOL White Plains 1.3 mi 7.3
OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL White Plains 1.2 mi 5.8
ARCHBISHOP STEPINAC HIGH SCHOOL White Plains 1.4 mi 5.3
FOX MEADOW SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.5 mi 9.1
RIDGEWAY SCHOOL White Plains 1.6 mi 7.7
RICHARD J BAILEY SCHOOL White Plains 1.7 mi 7.1
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Hartsdale 1.5 mi 5.7
WOODLANDS MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Hartsdale 1.5 mi 5.9
SCARSDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.9 mi 8.9
MOHAWK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL White Plains 2.0 mi 6.3
DBA ELIZABETH SETON CHILDRENS SCHOOL White Plains 1.6 mi
GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL White Plains 2.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,956

Median Home Value

$667,900

Median Rent

$2,452/mo

Population

17,556

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

37.6%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

35.6

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GORDON PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Rosedale, NY 5.3
HAMPTON BAYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hampton Bays, NY 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Post Road School

What grades does Post Road School serve?

Post Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Post Road School?

Post Road School has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Post Road School?

The student-teacher ratio at Post Road School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Post Road School rank in NY?

Post Road School ranks #3,356 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Post Road School's MySchoolScout rating?

Post Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Post Road School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Post Road School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Post Road School a charter school?

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

Is Post Road School a Title I school?

No, Post Road School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Post Road School?

53.1% of students at Post Road 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
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,784
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,760
District Rank
#6 of 7

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