Needs Improvement
#4730 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 17
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
745 MIDLAND AVE, Yonkers, NY 10704
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
2.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
2.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,730 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#41 of 41
public schools
In district
#40 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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School 17
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About School 17
School 17 is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 17 serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. School 17 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,730 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 17 show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at School 17 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 17 — Students at School 17 score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 1.9/10.
How School 17 Compares
See how School 17 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
745 MIDLAND AVE, Yonkers, NY 10704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 17 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAUNDERS TRADES & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| SCHOOL 5 Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | — |
| SARAH LAWRENCE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bronxville | 1.0 mi | — |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| STEIN YESHIVA OF LINCOLN PARK Yonkers | 1.4 mi | — |
| YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| SCHOOL 30 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,097
Median Home Value
$508,100
Median Rent
$1,898/mo
Population
31,844
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN CHARTER SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 2.2 |
| COLIBRI COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Bronx, NY | 2.0 |
| PERSISTENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 2.0 |
| PS 188 MICHAEL E BERDY Brooklyn, NY | 2.2 |
| PS 207 Bronx, NY | 2.0 |
| PS 375 JACKIE ROBINSON SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 2.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 17
What grades does School 17 serve?
School 17 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend School 17?
School 17 has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 17?
The student-teacher ratio at School 17 is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 17 rank in NY?
School 17 ranks #4,730 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 17's MySchoolScout rating?
School 17 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 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 17?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 17 has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 17 a charter school?
No, School 17 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 17 a Title I school?
No, School 17 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 17?
69.1% of students at School 17 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 327
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.3%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8345
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #40 of 40
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