Very Good
#824 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 17% in state
Strawtown Elementary School
Elementary School · CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
413 STRAWTOWN RD, West Nyack, NY 10994
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#824 of 4,742
In West Nyack
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Strawtown Elementary School
Strawtown Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Nyack, NY, part of CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Strawtown Elementary School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Strawtown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #824 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Strawtown Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Strawtown Elementary School — Students at Strawtown Elementary School score 70% 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: 7.4/10.
How Strawtown Elementary School Compares
See how Strawtown Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
413 STRAWTOWN RD, West Nyack, NY 10994
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Strawtown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Valley Cottage), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby New City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Nyack, see our West Nyack schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKLAND BOCES West Nyack | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| CLARKSTOWN SOUTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Nyack | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Valley Cottage | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| CLARKSTOWN NORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New City | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| WEST NYACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL Valley Cottage | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| NEW CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCKLAND COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT New City | 2.1 mi | — |
| LINK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| BIRCHWOOD SCHOOL West Nyack | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| NYACK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nyack | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| A MACARTHUR BARR MIDDLE SCHOOL Nanuet | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Nanuet | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10994 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,838
Median Home Value
$618,900
Median Rent
$1,622/mo
Population
5,925
College Educated
58.8%
Homeownership
97.4%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Median Age
51
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| BANK STREET SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York, NY | 7.9 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy, NY | 7.9 |
| BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.9 |
| CALEDONIA-MUMFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caledonia, NY | 7.9 |
| CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway, NY | 7.9 |
| COLONIAL SCHOOL Pelham, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Strawtown Elementary School
What grades does Strawtown Elementary School serve?
Strawtown Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Strawtown Elementary School?
Strawtown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Strawtown Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Strawtown Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Strawtown Elementary School rank in NY?
Strawtown Elementary School ranks #824 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Strawtown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Strawtown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Strawtown Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Strawtown Elementary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Strawtown Elementary School a charter school?
No, Strawtown Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Strawtown Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Strawtown Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (845) 624-3473
Resources & Links
District
CLARKSTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,991
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,785
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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