Needs Improvement
#4417 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 5
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
118 LOCKWOOD AVE, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,417 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#38 of 41
public schools
In district
#38 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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School 5
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About School 5
School 5 is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 5 serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. School 5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,417 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 5 show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
School 5 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.
58% of students at School 5 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 5 — Students at School 5 score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
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: 4.5/10.
How School 5 Compares
See how School 5 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
118 LOCKWOOD AVE, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 5 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 notably higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL 31 (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| SAUNDERS TRADES & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 Yonkers | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL 17 Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 2.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| CROSS HILL ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SCHOOL 16 Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Yonkers | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL 31 Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| AURA A COLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY | 3.7 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 3.7 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 3.7 |
| BOULEVARD SCHOOL Gloversville, NY | 3.7 |
| BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS Rochester, NY | 3.7 |
| BURTON STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cazenovia, NY | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 5
What grades does School 5 serve?
School 5 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend School 5?
School 5 has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 5?
The student-teacher ratio at School 5 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 5 rank in NY?
School 5 ranks #4,417 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 5's MySchoolScout rating?
School 5 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 5?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 5 has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 5 a charter school?
No, School 5 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 5 a Title I school?
No, School 5 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 5?
65.7% of students at School 5 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
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.3%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8320
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #38 of 40
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