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Thiells Elementary School

Elementary School · HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND)

PO BOX 491, Thiells, NY 10984

Enrollment

669

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,449 of 4,742

In Thiells

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND)

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Thiells Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Thiells · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thiells Elementary School

Thiells Elementary School is a public elementary school in Thiells, NY, part of HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND). Thiells Elementary School serves approximately 669 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Thiells Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,449 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Thiells Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.0
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-26.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-38.9 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,583
Chronic Absenteeism27.8%

Thiells Elementary School — Students at Thiells Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.5% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
60.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
31%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37.5%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
22%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Thiells Elementary School Compares

See how Thiells Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
6th percentile in NY
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

Location

PO BOX 491, Thiells, NY 10984

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thiells Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores notably higher. Another option is LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODGLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thiells, see our Thiells schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH ROCKLAND HIGH SCHOOL Thiells 0.4 mi 7.3
FIELDSTONE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thiells 0.7 mi 4.8
WILLOW GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thiells 1.0 mi 5.2
ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Garnerville 1.0 mi 6.0
JAMES A FARLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point 1.6 mi 5.3
WEST HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Haverstraw 1.7 mi 4.5
STONY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point 2.5 mi 3.8
OHR CHADASH OF MONSEY Pomona 2.7 mi
WOODGLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 3.2 mi 7.2
HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haverstraw 2.6 mi 4.0
BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona 3.0 mi 5.2
THE HEBREW ACADEMY OHR MENACHEM-CHABAD New City 3.3 mi 6.9
SUMMIT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 3.6 mi 3.7
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley 3.5 mi 6.0
POMONA MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern 3.5 mi 3.7
LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 4.0 mi 7.7
ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City 4.1 mi 5.1
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New City 4.1 mi 7.9
ROCKLAND COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT New City 4.4 mi
NEW CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 4.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10984 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,583

Median Home Value

$541,700

Median Rent

$1,726/mo

Population

2,760

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

91.4%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

36.9

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School Rating
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COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip, NY 3.6
GARDNERTOWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh, NY 3.6
HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY 3.6
J D GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona, NY 3.6
MICHAEL A MAROUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix, NY 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thiells Elementary School

What grades does Thiells Elementary School serve?

Thiells Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Thiells Elementary School?

Thiells Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 669 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thiells Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thiells Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thiells Elementary School rank in NY?

Thiells Elementary School ranks #4,449 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Thiells Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thiells Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Thiells Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thiells Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Thiells Elementary School a charter school?

No, Thiells Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thiells Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Thiells Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thiells Elementary School?

62.9% of students at Thiells Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

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