Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, School 23 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School 23 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
School 23's student population of 484 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
School 23 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of School 23 is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3580 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School 23's ranking?
School 23 is ranked #3580 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend School 23?
484 students attend School 23.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of School 23 students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 23?
School 23 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 23 offer ?
School 23 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is School 23 part of?
School 23 is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is School 23 located?
School 23 is located in the Park Hill neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Park Hill.
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