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#2185 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
Thomas Cornell Academy
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
15 ST MARY'S PL, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,185 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#13 of 41
public schools
In district
#14 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Thomas Cornell Academy
Thomas Cornell Academy is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Thomas Cornell Academy serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Cornell Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,185 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas Cornell Academy show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thomas Cornell Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
48% of students at Thomas Cornell Academy 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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Thomas Cornell Academy — Students at Thomas Cornell Academy score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Thomas Cornell Academy Compares
See how Thomas Cornell Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15 ST MARY'S PL, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Cornell Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| YONKERS HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE BIONDI SCHOOL/RISING GROUND INC Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,310
Median Home Value
$412,900
Median Rent
$1,694/mo
Population
70,054
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
27.8%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEGHANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 6.5 |
| CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.5 |
| EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue, NY | 6.5 |
| FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 6.5 |
| HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY WEST 2 CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.5 |
| HUGH W GREGG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corning, NY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Cornell Academy
What grades does Thomas Cornell Academy serve?
Thomas Cornell Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Thomas Cornell Academy?
Thomas Cornell Academy has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Cornell Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Cornell Academy is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Cornell Academy rank in NY?
Thomas Cornell Academy ranks #2,185 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Thomas Cornell Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Cornell Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Thomas Cornell Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Cornell Academy has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Thomas Cornell Academy a charter school?
No, Thomas Cornell Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Cornell Academy a Title I school?
No, Thomas Cornell Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Cornell Academy?
84.0% of students at Thomas Cornell Academy 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8315
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #14 of 40
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