Paideia School 24

50 Colin St
Yonkers, NY 10701
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Paideia School 24 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 304 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Paideia School 24 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Paideia School 24's student population of 304 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Paideia School 24 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paideia School 24 is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2452 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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40-44%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Paideia School 24 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Paideia School 24 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
70-79%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Paideia School 24 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
10%
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Hispanic
57%
29%
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Black
18%
16%
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White
15%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New York.
0.62
This chart displays the diversity score of Paideia School 24 and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Paideia School 24 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Paideia School 24's ranking?
Paideia School 24 is ranked #2452 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Paideia School 24 often compared to?
Paideia School 24is often viewed alongside schools like School 5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Paideia School 24?
304 students attend Paideia School 24.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Paideia School 24 students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paideia School 24?
Paideia School 24 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paideia School 24 offer ?
Paideia School 24 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paideia School 24 part of?
Paideia School 24 is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Paideia School 24 located?
Paideia School 24 is located in the Bryn Mawr Park neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Bryn Mawr Park.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 304 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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