Excellent
#569 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
Saunders Trades & Technical High School
High School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
183 PALMER RD, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
1,043
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,043
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#569 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#2 of 41
public schools
In district
#2 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Saunders Trades & Technical High School
Saunders Trades & Technical High School is a public high school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Saunders Trades & Technical High School serves approximately 1,043 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Saunders Trades & Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #569 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Saunders Trades & Technical High School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Saunders Trades & Technical High School 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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Saunders Trades & Technical High School — Students at Saunders Trades & Technical High School score 93% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Saunders Trades & Technical High School Compares
See how Saunders Trades & Technical High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
183 PALMER RD, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saunders Trades & Technical High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GORTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 |
| PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL 17 Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 2.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | — |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| CROSS HILL ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMHERST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Amherst, NY | 8.2 |
| ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 8.2 |
| FAYETTEVILLE-MANLIUS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Manlius, NY | 8.2 |
| FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City, NY | 8.2 |
| FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hyde Park, NY | 8.2 |
| GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Grand Island, NY | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saunders Trades & Technical High School
What grades does Saunders Trades & Technical High School serve?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Saunders Trades & Technical High School?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,043 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saunders Trades & Technical High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saunders Trades & Technical High School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saunders Trades & Technical High School rank in NY?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School ranks #569 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Saunders Trades & Technical High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Saunders Trades & Technical High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saunders Trades & Technical High School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Saunders Trades & Technical High School a charter school?
No, Saunders Trades & Technical High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saunders Trades & Technical High School a Title I school?
No, Saunders Trades & Technical High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saunders Trades & Technical High School?
81.6% of students at Saunders Trades & Technical High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,043
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8150
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #2 of 40
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