Very Good
#1047 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 22% in state
Prospect Hill School
Elementary School · PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1000 WASHINGTON AVE, Pelham, NY 10803
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,047 of 4,742
In Pelham
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Prospect Hill School
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About Prospect Hill School
Prospect Hill School is a public elementary school in Pelham, NY, part of PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Prospect Hill School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Prospect Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,047 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Prospect Hill School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Prospect Hill School — Students at Prospect Hill School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.8%
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: 7.4/10.
How Prospect Hill School Compares
See how Prospect Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 WASHINGTON AVE, Pelham, NY 10803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prospect Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLONIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SIWANOY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HUTCHINSON SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pelham, see our Pelham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIWANOY SCHOOL Pelham | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| PELHAM MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Pelham | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| COLONIAL SCHOOL Pelham | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL Pelham | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NEW ROCHELLE IN PELHAM Pelham | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| GRAHAM SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 723 Bronx | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Pelham | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| IS 181 PABLO CASALS Bronx | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 178 DR SELMAN WAKSMAN Bronx | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$212,288
Median Home Value
$961,300
Median Rent
$2,242/mo
Population
13,096
College Educated
73.5%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
37.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.7 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 7.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 7.7 |
| CLEARSTREAM AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prospect Hill School
What grades does Prospect Hill School serve?
Prospect Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Prospect Hill School?
Prospect Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prospect Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prospect Hill School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prospect Hill School rank in NY?
Prospect Hill School ranks #1,047 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Prospect Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prospect Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Prospect Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prospect Hill School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Prospect Hill School a charter school?
No, Prospect Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prospect Hill School a Title I school?
No, Prospect Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prospect Hill School?
1.8% of students at Prospect Hill 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 738-6690
Resources & Links
District
PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,838
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,651
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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