Siwanoy School

Summary:

Siwanoy School is an exceptional elementary school located in Pelham, NY, serving 274 students in grades K-5. As part of the Pelham Union Free School District, which is ranked 65th out of 865 school districts in New York, Siwanoy School has consistently been ranked among the top elementary schools in the state, currently holding a 5-star rating and ranking 67th out of 2,445 elementary schools.

Siwanoy School's academic performance is truly impressive, with students consistently outperforming the state and district averages in New York State Assessments for English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 80.85% of 3rd graders, 93.33% of 4th graders, and 86.54% of 5th graders at Siwanoy School were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the Pelham Union Free School District averages of 75.12%, 80.1%, and 80.37%, respectively. Similarly, in Math, 85.11% of 3rd graders, 93.33% of 4th graders, and 81.13% of 5th graders at Siwanoy School were proficient or better, compared to the district averages of 74.15%, 87.18%, and 83.56%. Siwanoy School's performance is particularly strong across different student subgroups, ranking among the top schools in New York for female, male, white, and special education students.

Siwanoy School's exceptional performance is even more noteworthy when compared to nearby schools. For instance, in the 2023-2024 school year, Siwanoy School's 3rd grade ELA proficiency rate of 80.85% was much higher than the rates of nearby schools like Prospect Hill (76.79%), Hutchinson (66.07%), and Colonial (78.26%). Additionally, Siwanoy School has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at only 3.85% in the 2020-2021 school year, which is significantly lower than the nearby schools in the Mount Vernon and New Rochelle districts.


Detail:

Public K-5

 489 Siwanoy Pl
       Pelham, NY  10803-2420


(914) 738-7650

District: Pelham Union Free School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
67th of 2,445 New York Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,013 Help


Students who attend Siwanoy School usually attend:

Middle:    Pelham Middle School
High:    Pelham Memorial High School

Student/teacher ratio:  13.4 Help
Number of students:  287

Racial breakdown:

White:
73.2%
Two or more races:
10.5%
Hispanic:
9.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  3.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Siwanoy School ranks better than 97.3% of elementary schools in New York. It also ranks first among 4 ranked elementary schools in the Pelham Union Free School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 95.83. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Siwanoy School has the smallest elementary school student body size in the Pelham Union Free School District. Racial makeup is: White (73.2%), two or more races (10.5%), Hispanic (9.4%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Siwanoy School is 13.4, which is the 2nd best among 4 elementary schools in the Pelham Union Free School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Siwanoy School is $17,013. 2 elementary schools in the Pelham Union Free School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Siwanoy School:

SchoolDigger ranks Siwanoy School 67th of 2445 New York public elementary schools. (See Siwanoy School in the ranking list.)

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Pelham Union Free School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Pelham Union Free School District 65th of 865 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Siwanoy School

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Rank History for all students at Siwanoy School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 86.98 60th 2206 97.3%
2007 87.70 38th 2219 98.3%
2008 85.42 87th 2227 96.1%
2009 83.59 101st 2257 95.5%
2010 89.73 50th 2263 97.8%
2011 93.05 26th 2286 98.9%
2012 91.52 51st 2320 97.8%
2013 95.65 27th 2325 98.8%
2014 94.33 59th 2345 97.5%
2015 94.08 49th 2352 97.9%
2016 92.63 82nd 2366 96.5%
2017 94.03 64th 2386 97.3%
2018 92.49 92nd 2395 96.2%
2019 87.75 253rd 2413 89.5%
2021 84.96 248th 2201 88.7%
2022 90.52 180th 2434 92.6%
2023 95.84 69th 2439 97.2%
2024 95.83 67th 2445 97.3%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Siwanoy School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 78.68 66th 289 77.2%
2023 80.04 52nd 223 76.7%
2024 69.96 87th 279 68.8%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Siwanoy School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 75.77 266th 2031 86.9%
2023 84.18 182nd 2016 91.0%
2024 85.63 168th 2110 92.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Siwanoy School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.49 73rd 2338 96.9%
2019 88.29 201st 2357 91.5%
2021 83.11 238th 1955 87.8%
2022 88.23 206th 2401 91.4%
2023 96.39 37th 2403 98.5%
2024 96.45 41st 2413 98.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Siwanoy School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 89.90 135th 2340 94.2%
2019 84.02 299th 2358 87.3%
2021 80.87 291st 1961 85.2%
2022 90.11 163rd 2400 93.2%
2023 93.20 108th 2400 95.5%
2024 92.73 116th 2411 95.2%
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Rank History for White students at Siwanoy School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.34 83rd 1408 94.1%
2019 83.44 184th 1338 86.2%
2021 75.49 268th 1224 78.1%
2022 82.22 172nd 1399 87.7%
2023 91.02 60th 1337 95.5%
2024 91.69 60th 1392 95.7%
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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: NY State Education Department

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Enrollment information for Siwanoy School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 139 4 10 2 0 n/a n/a 0 155
1990 154 2 10 4 0 n/a n/a 0 170
1991 160 0 12 6 0 n/a n/a 0 178
1992 164 2 11 3 0 n/a n/a 0 180
1993 166 1 16 4 0 n/a n/a 0 187
1994 186 1 13 7 0 n/a n/a 0 207
1995 226 4 6 6 0 n/a n/a 0 242
1996 226 4 6 6 0 n/a n/a 0 242
1997 244 8 8 4 0 n/a n/a 0 264
1998 255 6 7 6 0 n/a n/a 0 274
1999 250 7 9 5 0 n/a n/a 0 271
2000 262 4 10 5 0 n/a n/a 0 281
2001 273 6 9 5 0 n/a n/a 0 293
2002 243 3 12 15 0 n/a n/a 0 273
2003 243 3 12 15 0 n/a n/a 0 273
2004 276 2 7 4 0 n/a n/a 0 289
2005 269 0 8 9 0 n/a n/a 0 286
2006 275 0 11 20 0 n/a n/a 0 306
2007 264 1 12 12 0 n/a n/a 0 289
2008 263 0 7 16 0 n/a n/a 0 286
2009 271 1 11 14 0 n/a n/a 6 303
2010 262 2 15 9 0 n/a n/a 12 300
2011 244 2 15 21 1 0 8 0 291
2012 234 0 12 18 0 1 10 0 275
2013 244 1 12 23 0 1 12 0 293
2014 236 1 13 26 0 0 13 0 289
2015 220 4 16 23 0 0 13 0 276
2016 222 5 17 22 0 0 14 0 280
2017 221 7 12 23 0 0 18 0 281
2018 214 8 13 24 0 0 25 0 284
2019 209 8 13 24 0 0 30 0 284
2020 208 10 12 32 0 0 35 0 297
2021 185 9 7 30 0 0 29 0 260
2022 203 8 12 30 0 0 28 0 281
2023 201 8 12 24 0 0 29 0 274
2024 210 4 16 27 0 0 30 0 287

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Siwanoy School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 155 11.9 13.0 n/a
1990 170 13.9 12.2 n/a
1991 178 16.1 11.0 n/a
1992 180 15.7 11.4 n/a
1993 187 14.0 13.4 n/a
1994 207 12.0 17.3 0
1995 242 13.0 18.6 0
1996 242 13.0 18.6 0
1997 264 14.0 18.9 0
1998 274 14.0 19.6 0
1999 271 15.0 18.1 0
2000 281 13.1 21.5 0
2001 293 14.1 20.8 0
2002 273 16.0 17.1 0
2003 273 16.0 17.1 0
2004 289 n/a n/a n/a
2005 286 20.1 14.2 0
2006 306 22.0 13.9 0
2007 289 20.4 14.2 0
2008 286 21.2 13.5 0
2009 303 21.5 14.1 n/a
2010 300 20.4 14.7 1.4
2011 291 22.1 13.1 0
2012 275 19.6 14.0 1.1
2013 293 20.6 14.2 1
2014 289 21.0 13.7 0
2015 276 15.0 18.4 2.2
2016 280 16.0 17.5 2.1
2017 281 17.0 16.5 1.1
2018 284 17.0 16.7 3.9
2019 284 16.0 17.7 2.8
2020 297 26.7 11.1 2.4
2021 260 21.9 11.8 3.8
2022 281 19.3 14.5 n/a
2023 274 19.3 14.1 n/a
2024 287 21.3 13.4 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Siwanoy School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 155 11.9 13.0 n/a
1990 170 13.9 12.2 n/a
1991 178 16.1 11.0 n/a
1992 180 15.7 11.4 n/a
1993 187 14.0 13.4 n/a
1994 207 12.0 17.3 0
1995 242 13.0 18.6 0
1996 242 13.0 18.6 0
1997 264 14.0 18.9 0
1998 274 14.0 19.6 0
1999 271 15.0 18.1 0
2000 281 13.1 21.5 0
2001 293 14.1 20.8 0
2002 273 16.0 17.1 0
2003 273 16.0 17.1 0
2004 289 n/a n/a n/a
2005 286 20.1 14.2 0
2006 306 22.0 13.9 0
2007 289 20.4 14.2 0
2008 286 21.2 13.5 0
2009 303 21.5 14.1 n/a
2010 300 20.4 14.7 1.4
2011 291 22.1 13.1 0
2012 275 19.6 14.0 1.1
2013 293 20.6 14.2 1
2014 289 21.0 13.7 0
2015 276 15.0 18.4 2.2
2016 280 16.0 17.5 2.1
2017 281 17.0 16.5 1.1
2018 284 17.0 16.7 3.9
2019 284 16.0 17.7 2.8
2020 297 26.7 11.1 2.4
2021 260 21.9 11.8 3.8
2022 281 19.3 14.5 n/a
2023 274 19.3 14.1 n/a
2024 287 21.3 13.4 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Siwanoy School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricella
201399.3%0.0%0.3%99.3%99.3%99.7%99.7%99.3%99.7%99.7%
201499.7%0.0%0.4%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%
201599.6%0.0%0.0%100.0%99.6%99.6%99.6%100.0%100.0%100.0%
201699.3%0.0%0.0%99.3%100.0%100.0%100.0%99.3%100.0%100.0%
2017100.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
201899.3%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%99.6%100.0%
2019100.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
2020100.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%

Data source: New York State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Siwanoy School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $00 (0.0%) $14,033 (100.0%) $14,033
2020 $03 (0.0%) $13,969 (100.0%) $13,972
2021 $12 (0.1%) $15,787 (99.9%) $15,799
2022 $155 (1.0%) $15,035 (99.0%) $15,190
2023 $14 (0.1%) $16,999 (99.9%) $17,013

Data source: New York Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Siwanoy School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 253rd of 2413 Elementary schoolsRanks 69th of 2439 Elementary schools
 7.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Siwanoy School)7195.5
 24.5%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pelham Union Free School District)7679.6
 3.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York)5244.9
 7.1%
3rd Grade Math (Siwanoy School)6888.6
 20.6%
   3rd Grade Math (Pelham Union Free School District)7279.7
 7.7%
   3rd Grade Math (New York)5453.7
 0.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Siwanoy School)8088.7
 8.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pelham Union Free School District)7486.8
 12.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4848.8
 0.8%
4th Grade Math (Siwanoy School)7592.5
 17.5%
   4th Grade Math (Pelham Union Free School District)7788.5
 11.5%
   4th Grade Math (New York)5053.9
 3.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Siwanoy School)7979.5
 0.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pelham Union Free School District)6684.1
 18.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York)3845.1
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Siwanoy School)7981.6
 2.6%
   5th Grade Math (Pelham Union Free School District)7282.7
 10.7%
   5th Grade Math (New York)4649.7
 3.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students284274
 3.5%
African American88
American Indian00
Asian1312
 7.7%
Hispanic2424
Pacific Islander00
White209201
 3.8%
Two or More Races3029
 3.3%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Siwanoy School

Students at Siwanoy School are 73% White, 10% Two or more races, 9% Hispanic, 6% Asian, 1% African American.

Yes! Siwanoy School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 67th of 2445 New York elementary schools.

Students who attend Siwanoy School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Pelham Middle School
High : Pelham Memorial High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 287 students attended Siwanoy School.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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