Average
#2084 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 44% in state
William B Ward Elementary School
Elementary School · NEW ROCHELLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
311 BROADFIELD RD, New Rochelle, NY 10804
Enrollment
995
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
995
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,084 of 4,742
In New Rochelle
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
NEW ROCHELLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About William B Ward Elementary School
William B Ward Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Rochelle, NY, part of NEW ROCHELLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. William B Ward Elementary School serves approximately 995 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William B Ward Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,084 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William B Ward Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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William B Ward Elementary School — Students at William B Ward Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 6.2/10.
How William B Ward Elementary School Compares
See how William B Ward Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
311 BROADFIELD RD, New Rochelle, NY 10804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William B Ward Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HEATHCOTE SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDGEWOOD SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Rochelle, see our New Rochelle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ALBERT LEONARD MIDDLE SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| IONA PREPARATORY LOWER SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| IONA PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| WESTCHESTER TORAH ACADEMY New Rochelle | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| THE URSULINE SCHOOL New Rochelle | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| GEORGE M DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ANNE HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Eastchester | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| MURRAY AVENUE SCHOOL Larchmont | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HENRY BARNARD SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| EASTCHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Eastchester | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| EASTCHESTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Eastchester | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| GREENVALE SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW ROCHELLE HIGH SCHOOL New Rochelle | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Scarsdale | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| HEATHCOTE SCHOOL Scarsdale | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| EDGEWOOD SCHOOL Scarsdale | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| TUCKAHOE MIDDLE SCHOOL Eastchester | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| TUCKAHOE HIGH SCHOOL Eastchester | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$220,089
Median Home Value
$894,100
Median Rent
$2,114/mo
Population
15,228
College Educated
79.9%
Homeownership
94.9%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
45.4
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| GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction, NY | 6.6 |
| PS 11 KATHRYN PHELAN Woodside, NY | 6.6 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn, NY | 6.6 |
| PS 279 CAPT MANUEL RIVERA JR Bronx, NY | 6.6 |
| PS 7 LOUIS F SIMEONE Elmhurst, NY | 6.6 |
| REGAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William B Ward Elementary School
What grades does William B Ward Elementary School serve?
William B Ward Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William B Ward Elementary School?
William B Ward Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 995 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William B Ward Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William B Ward Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William B Ward Elementary School rank in NY?
William B Ward Elementary School ranks #2,084 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William B Ward Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William B Ward Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 William B Ward Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William B Ward Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William B Ward Elementary School a charter school?
No, William B Ward Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William B Ward Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William B Ward Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William B Ward Elementary School?
30.8% of students at William B Ward 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 995
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.1%
- Phone
- (914) 576-4450
Resources & Links
District
NEW ROCHELLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,910
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,505
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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