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#3083 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 16
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
759 N BROADWAY, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,083 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#23 of 41
public schools
In district
#24 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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School 16
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About School 16
School 16 is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 16 serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. School 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,083 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 16 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at School 16 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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School 16 — Students at School 16 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 6.6/10.
How School 16 Compares
See how School 16 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
759 N BROADWAY, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 16 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.5 mi | — |
| MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| CROSS HILL ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| WILLIAM BOYCE THOMPSON SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ZICCOLELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.4 mi | — |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR HIGH SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ZICCOLELLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.4 mi | — |
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 1.4 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 |
|---|---|
| ALICE E GRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmsford, NY | 5.6 |
| BEREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montgomery, NY | 5.6 |
| BNEI YAKOV YOSEF OF MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.6 |
| CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt, NY | 5.6 |
| CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 5.6 |
| LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers, NY | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 16
What grades does School 16 serve?
School 16 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend School 16?
School 16 has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 16?
The student-teacher ratio at School 16 is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 16 rank in NY?
School 16 ranks #3,083 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 16's MySchoolScout rating?
School 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 School 16?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 16 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 16 a charter school?
No, School 16 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 16 a Title I school?
No, School 16 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 16?
75.4% of students at School 16 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.2%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8340
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #24 of 40
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