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Below Average

#3680 of 4,742 schools in NY

School 22

Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

1408 NEPPERHAN AVE, Yonkers, NY 10703

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,680 of 4,742

In Yonkers

#32 of 41

public schools

In district

#33 of 40

YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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School 22

4.9/10

Elementary School in Yonkers · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About School 22

School 22 is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 22 serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. School 22 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,680 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School 22 show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at School 22 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-23.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.5 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,185
Chronic Absenteeism53.1%

School 22 — Students at School 22 score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
77%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
9%
ELA
13%
2013
Math
23%
ELA
18%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
13.6%
ELA
42.2%
2022
Math
30.3%
ELA
37.4%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How School 22 Compares

See how School 22 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in NY
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.1%

Location

1408 NEPPERHAN AVE, Yonkers, NY 10703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School 22 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hastings On Hudson), which scores notably higher. Another option is HUDSON LAB SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hastings On Hudson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Yonkers 0.1 mi 6.3
JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL Yonkers 0.5 mi 7.2
ORCHARD SCHOOL Yonkers 0.5 mi 8.6
CROSS HILL ACADEMY Yonkers 0.8 mi 5.5
YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers 0.8 mi 4.0
ZICCOLELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson 0.7 mi
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR HIGH SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson 0.7 mi 7.6
ZICCOLELLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson 0.7 mi
WILLIAM BOYCE THOMPSON SCHOOL Yonkers 0.7 mi 5.4
HUDSON LAB SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson 1.0 mi 6.8
SCHOOL 16 Yonkers 1.2 mi 5.6
FARRAGUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson 1.4 mi 8.3
HASTINGS HIGH SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson 1.5 mi 9.1
PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 Yonkers 1.6 mi 5.8
HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson 1.6 mi 9.4
SCHOOL 5 Yonkers 1.7 mi 3.7
GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers 1.7 mi 3.0
SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers 1.8 mi 6.5
SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers 1.8 mi 6.1
HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers 1.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,940

Median Home Value

$477,500

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

22,135

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

54%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School 22

What grades does School 22 serve?

School 22 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend School 22?

School 22 has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School 22?

The student-teacher ratio at School 22 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 22 rank in NY?

School 22 ranks #3,680 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School 22's MySchoolScout rating?

School 22 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 22?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School 22 has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is School 22 a charter school?

No, School 22 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School 22 a Title I school?

No, School 22 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 22?

63.4% of students at School 22 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.1%

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