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Willow Grove Elementary School

Middle School · HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND)

153 STORRS RD, Thiells, NY 10984

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,411 of 4,742

In Thiells

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND)

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Willow Grove Elementary School

5.2/10

Middle School in Thiells · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Willow Grove Elementary School

Willow Grove Elementary School is a public middle school in Thiells, NY, part of HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND). Willow Grove Elementary School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,411 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Willow Grove Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.1 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,583
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Willow Grove Elementary School — Students at Willow Grove Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.4% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
21.5%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
29.5%
ELA
36.2%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Willow Grove Elementary School Compares

See how Willow Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in NY
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

153 STORRS RD, Thiells, NY 10984

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Willow Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JAMES A FARLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Stony Point), with a very similar rating. Another option is FIELDSTONE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Haverstraw), a more accessible option. For more schools in Thiells, see our Thiells schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
FIELDSTONE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thiells 0.3 mi 4.8
NORTH ROCKLAND HIGH SCHOOL Thiells 0.8 mi 7.3
THIELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thiells 1.0 mi 3.6
ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Garnerville 1.6 mi 6.0
JAMES A FARLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point 1.7 mi 5.3
STONY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point 2.6 mi 3.8
OHR CHADASH OF MONSEY Pomona 3.2 mi
BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona 3.1 mi 5.2
WEST HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Haverstraw 2.5 mi 4.5
POMONA MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern 3.7 mi 3.7
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley 3.9 mi 6.0
SUMMIT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 4.0 mi 3.7
WOODGLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 4.0 mi 7.2
HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haverstraw 3.6 mi 4.0
THE HEBREW ACADEMY OHR MENACHEM-CHABAD New City 4.2 mi 6.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New City 4.7 mi 7.9
ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City 4.7 mi 5.1
CONGREGATION YESHIVA OF GREATER MONSEY Spring Valley 4.7 mi 5.2
LIME KILN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern 4.4 mi 3.0
LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 4.8 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10984 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,583

Median Home Value

$541,700

Median Rent

$1,726/mo

Population

2,760

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

91.4%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Willow Grove Elementary School

What grades does Willow Grove Elementary School serve?

Willow Grove Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Willow Grove Elementary School?

Willow Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Willow Grove Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Willow Grove Elementary School rank in NY?

Willow Grove Elementary School ranks #3,411 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Willow Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Willow Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Willow Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Willow Grove Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Willow Grove Elementary School a charter school?

No, Willow Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Willow Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Willow Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willow Grove Elementary School?

59.0% of students at Willow Grove 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

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