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#3277 of 4,742 schools in NY
William Boyce Thompson School
Elementary School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1061 N BROADWAY, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,277 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#26 of 41
public schools
In district
#27 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About William Boyce Thompson School
William Boyce Thompson School is a public elementary school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. William Boyce Thompson School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. William Boyce Thompson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,277 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William Boyce Thompson School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at William Boyce Thompson School 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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William Boyce Thompson School — Students at William Boyce Thompson School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 40 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: 6.6/10.
How William Boyce Thompson School Compares
See how William Boyce Thompson School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1061 N BROADWAY, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Boyce Thompson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON LAB SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hastings On Hudson), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ZICCOLELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 0.6 mi | — |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR HIGH SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ZICCOLELLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 0.6 mi | — |
| ORCHARD SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| CROSS HILL ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| SCHOOL 16 Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| HUDSON LAB SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SCHOOL 22 Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.3 mi | — |
| RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| FARRAGUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| HASTINGS HIGH SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 5.4 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.4 |
| HOOSIC VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schaghticoke, NY | 5.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 5.4 |
| JACKSON MAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 5.4 |
| LAWRENCE PRIMARY SCHOOL AT #2 SCHOOL Inwood, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Boyce Thompson School
What grades does William Boyce Thompson School serve?
William Boyce Thompson School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend William Boyce Thompson School?
William Boyce Thompson School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Boyce Thompson School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Boyce Thompson School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Boyce Thompson School rank in NY?
William Boyce Thompson School ranks #3,277 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William Boyce Thompson School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Boyce Thompson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Boyce Thompson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Boyce Thompson School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William Boyce Thompson School a charter school?
No, William Boyce Thompson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Boyce Thompson School a Title I school?
No, William Boyce Thompson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Boyce Thompson School?
78.0% of students at William Boyce Thompson 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.9%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8563
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #27 of 40
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