Excellent
#634 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 13% in state
Temple Hill School
Elementary School · NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
525 UNION AVE, New Windsor, NY 12553
Enrollment
974
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
974
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#634 of 4,742
In New Windsor
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 12
NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Temple Hill School
Temple Hill School is a public elementary school in New Windsor, NY, part of NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Temple Hill School serves approximately 974 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Temple Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #634 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Temple Hill School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Temple Hill School 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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Temple Hill School — Students at Temple Hill School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.7%
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: 9.6/10.
How Temple Hill School Compares
See how Temple Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
525 UNION AVE, New Windsor, NY 12553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Temple Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Cornwall), with a very similar rating. Another option is NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Cornwall On Hudson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Windsor, see our New Windsor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,207
Median Home Value
$351,200
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
27,300
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Temple Hill School
What grades does Temple Hill School serve?
Temple Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Temple Hill School?
Temple Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 974 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Temple Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Temple Hill School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Temple Hill School rank in NY?
Temple Hill School ranks #634 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Temple Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Temple Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Temple Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Temple Hill School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Temple Hill School a charter school?
No, Temple Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Temple Hill School a Title I school?
No, Temple Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Temple Hill School?
68.7% of students at Temple Hill School 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 974
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (845) 568-6450
Resources & Links
District
NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 11,227
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,963
- District Rank
- #1 of 12
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