Needs Improvement
#4366 of 4,742 schools in NY
School 9
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
53 FAIRVIEW ST, Yonkers, NY 10703
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,366 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#37 of 41
public schools
In district
#37 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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School 9
Elementary School in Yonkers · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 9
School 9 is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. School 9 serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. School 9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,366 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for School 9 show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at School 9 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 9 — Students at School 9 score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
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: 4.4/10.
How School 9 Compares
See how School 9 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
53 FAIRVIEW ST, Yonkers, NY 10703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 9 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.7 mi | — |
| ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SCHOOL 16 Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | — |
| THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVON PRIMARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 3.8 |
| BRONX LITTLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 3.8 |
| CONNETQUOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip Terrace, NY | 3.8 |
| CYNTHIA JENKINS SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 3.8 |
| GENESEE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburn, NY | 3.8 |
| GREENLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bainbridge, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 9
What grades does School 9 serve?
School 9 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend School 9?
School 9 has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 9?
The student-teacher ratio at School 9 is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 9 rank in NY?
School 9 ranks #4,366 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is School 9's MySchoolScout rating?
School 9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 9?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 9 has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School 9 a charter school?
No, School 9 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 9 a Title I school?
No, School 9 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 9?
73.7% of students at School 9 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
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.5%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8325
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #37 of 40
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