Below Average
#894 of 992 private schools in NY
Westchester Area School
Elementary School
456 WEBSTER AVE, New Rochelle, NY 10801
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#894 of 992
In New Rochelle
#8 of 8
public schools
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Westchester Area School
Elementary School in New Rochelle · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westchester Area School
Westchester Area School is a private elementary school in New Rochelle, NY. Westchester Area School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Westchester Area School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #894 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Westchester Area School 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Westchester Area School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Westchester Area School 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Westchester Area School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in New Rochelle, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Westchester Area School (this school) | 4.9 |
| DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| ISAAC E YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| HENRY BARNARD SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| ALBERT LEONARD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| WILLIAM B WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| GEORGE M DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
456 WEBSTER AVE, New Rochelle, NY 10801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westchester Area School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLONIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Pelham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SIWANOY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Pelham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Rochelle, see our New Rochelle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| NEW ROCHELLE HIGH SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Pelham | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| THE HALLEN SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| COLONIAL SCHOOL Pelham | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| PELHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL Pelham | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| PELHAM MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Pelham | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| WESTCHESTER MUSLIM CENTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SIWANOY SCHOOL Pelham | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| TRAPHAGEN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ISAAC E YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| GRAHAM SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MOUNT VERNON HONOR ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| HENRY BARNARD SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| TUCKAHOE MIDDLE SCHOOL Eastchester | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,534
Median Home Value
$555,000
Median Rent
$1,742/mo
Population
41,984
College Educated
43.2%
Homeownership
38.9%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westchester Area School
What grades does Westchester Area School serve?
Westchester Area School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Westchester Area School?
Westchester Area School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westchester Area School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westchester Area School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Westchester Area School rank in NY?
Westchester Area School ranks #894 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Westchester Area School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westchester Area School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Westchester Area School a private school?
Yes, Westchester Area School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Westchester Area School a religious school?
Westchester Area School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 235-5799
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