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Thistlewaithe Learning Center
Elementary School
1340 ROUTE 35, South Salem, NY 10590
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Thistlewaithe Learning Center
Elementary School in South Salem · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thistlewaithe Learning Center
Thistlewaithe Learning Center is a private elementary school in South Salem, NY. Thistlewaithe Learning Center serves approximately 13 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 13 students, Thistlewaithe Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Thistlewaithe Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Thistlewaithe Learning Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Address
- 1340 ROUTE 35, South Salem, NY 10590
- Phone
- (914) 977-3662
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NY aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1340 ROUTE 35, South Salem, NY 10590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thistlewaithe Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Farmingville Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield). Another option is Veterans Park Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield). Additionally, Scotland Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield). For more schools in South Salem, see our South Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEADOW POND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Ridgefield | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Veterans Park Elementary School Ridgefield | 2.5 mi | 9.3 |
| East Ridge Middle School Ridgefield | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| RIDGEFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ridgefield | 3.1 mi | — |
| Ridgefield High School Ridgefield | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Scotts Ridge Middle School Ridgefield | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Scotland Elementary School Ridgefield | 4.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Barlow Mountain Elementary School Ridgefield | 4.2 mi | 9.0 |
| POUND RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pound Ridge | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| JOHN JAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Katonah | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JOHN JAY HIGH SCHOOL Katonah | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Ridgebury Elementary School Ridgefield | 5.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Farmingville Elementary School Ridgefield | 4.4 mi | 9.6 |
| ST LUKES SCHOOL New Canaan | 5.8 mi | 5.6 |
| PEQUENAKONCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Salem | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Branchville Elementary School Ridgefield | 5.1 mi | 8.7 |
| NORTH SALEM MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL North Salem | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
| INCREASE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah | 5.7 mi | 8.8 |
| WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury | 7.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$198,563
Median Home Value
$727,600
Median Rent
$2,262/mo
Population
7,314
College Educated
69.2%
Homeownership
94.4%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
47.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thistlewaithe Learning Center
What grades does Thistlewaithe Learning Center serve?
Thistlewaithe Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Thistlewaithe Learning Center?
Thistlewaithe Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thistlewaithe Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Thistlewaithe Learning Center is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Thistlewaithe Learning Center a private school?
Yes, Thistlewaithe Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Thistlewaithe Learning Center a religious school?
No, Thistlewaithe Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 13
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 977-3662
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