Very Good
#1533 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 32% in state
Siwanoy School
Elementary School · PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
489 SIWANOY PL, Pelham, NY 10803
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,533 of 4,742
In Pelham
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Siwanoy School
Siwanoy School is a public elementary school in Pelham, NY, part of PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Siwanoy School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Siwanoy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,533 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Siwanoy School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Siwanoy School — Students at Siwanoy School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.9/10.
How Siwanoy School Compares
See how Siwanoy School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
489 SIWANOY PL, Pelham, NY 10803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Siwanoy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLONIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby New Rochelle), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PROSPECT HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pelham, see our Pelham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PELHAM MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Pelham | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| COLONIAL SCHOOL Pelham | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL Pelham | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PROSPECT HILL SCHOOL Pelham | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| GRAHAM SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Pelham | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NEW ROCHELLE IN PELHAM Pelham | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| WESTCHESTER AREA SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| MOUNT VERNON HONOR ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| TRAPHAGEN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| CAPITAL PREPARATORY BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION MIDDLE SCHOOL (CASA) Bronx | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$212,288
Median Home Value
$961,300
Median Rent
$2,242/mo
Population
13,096
College Educated
73.5%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
37.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
39
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| GEORGE SOUTHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 7.2 |
| LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin, NY | 7.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Siwanoy School
What grades does Siwanoy School serve?
Siwanoy School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Siwanoy School?
Siwanoy School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Siwanoy School?
The student-teacher ratio at Siwanoy School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Siwanoy School rank in NY?
Siwanoy School ranks #1,533 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Siwanoy School's MySchoolScout rating?
Siwanoy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Siwanoy School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Siwanoy School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Siwanoy School a charter school?
No, Siwanoy School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Siwanoy School a Title I school?
No, Siwanoy School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 738-7650
Resources & Links
District
PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,838
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,651
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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