William O Schaefer Elementary School

William O Schaefer Elementary School serves 579 students in kindergarten through second grade in Tappan, New York. This early elementary school operates with a favorable 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio, supported by 51 full-time equivalent teachers who focus on building foundational skills during these crucial early learning years. The school has earned a solid 7.7 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks #697 out of 4,758 schools statewide, placing it in the 85th percentile among New York elementary schools.

This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to early childhood education during the critical kindergarten through second grade period. Located on Lester Drive in Tappan, the school serves families in an affluent community where 62% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood reflects significant educational investment, with a median household income of $172,500 and median home values of $578,500.

The area's extremely low poverty rate of just 0.4% indicates a stable, well-resourced community that prioritizes education. William O Schaefer Elementary operates as a regular public school in Rockland County's large suburban setting, providing young learners with a strong educational foundation in a supportive community environment.