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School 30

Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

30 NEVADA PL, Yonkers, NY 10708

Enrollment

546

Student-Teacher

21:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,357 of 4,742

In Yonkers

#28 of 41

public schools

In district

#29 of 40

YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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School 30

5.3/10

Elementary School in Yonkers · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About School 30

School 30 is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 30 serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. School 30 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,357 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for School 30 show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

School 30 runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

38% of students at School 30 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 Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.2 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,185
Chronic Absenteeism37.7%

School 30 — Students at School 30 score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.8% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 40 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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
43.6%
ELA
62.3%
2022
Math
35.6%
ELA
59.7%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How School 30 Compares

See how School 30 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

Location

30 NEVADA PL, Yonkers, NY 10708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School 30 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRONXVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bronxville), which scores notably higher. Another option is PATRICIA A DICHIARO SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST EUGENE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SARAH LAWRENCE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bronxville 0.2 mi
MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Mount Vernon 0.8 mi 4.6
MOUNT VERNON STEAM ACADEMY Mount Vernon 0.8 mi 7.3
ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL Yonkers 0.9 mi 5.6
NELSON MANDELA/DR HOSA ZOLLICOFFER SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.0 mi 4.3
BRONXVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronxville 0.9 mi 9.1
BRONXVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Bronxville 0.9 mi 9.1
BRONXVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronxville 0.9 mi 9.1
PENNINGTON SCHOOL Mount Vernon 0.9 mi 5.5
INTELLECTUS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Mt. Vernon 1.1 mi
HAMILTON SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.2 mi 6.1
PATRICIA A DICHIARO SCHOOL Yonkers 1.2 mi 7.6
OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.2 mi 6.5
LINCOLN SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.1 mi 6.0
GRIMES SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.5 mi 5.3
AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.5 mi 7.1
SCHOOL 17 Yonkers 1.2 mi 2.1
MONTESSORI SCHOOL 31 Yonkers 1.5 mi 6.2
DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS Mount Vernon 1.5 mi 8.3
ST EUGENE SCHOOL Yonkers 1.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,107

Median Home Value

$496,800

Median Rent

$2,161/mo

Population

21,946

College Educated

64.8%

Homeownership

75.6%

Avg Commute

38.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

42.9

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COUNCIL ROCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY 5.3
DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dundee, NY 5.3
EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester, NY 5.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School 30

What grades does School 30 serve?

School 30 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend School 30?

School 30 has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School 30?

The student-teacher ratio at School 30 is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School 30 rank in NY?

School 30 ranks #3,357 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is School 30's MySchoolScout rating?

School 30 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 30?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School 30 has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is School 30 a charter school?

No, School 30 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School 30 a Title I school?

No, School 30 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 30?

49.1% of students at School 30 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.7%

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