Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Rebecca Turner Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rebecca Turner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Rebecca Turner Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rebecca Turner Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rebecca Turner Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1548 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
75%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rebecca Turner Elementary School's ranking?
Rebecca Turner Elementary School is ranked #1548 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Rebecca Turner Elementary School?
218 students attend Rebecca Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rebecca Turner Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rebecca Turner Elementary School?
Rebecca Turner Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rebecca Turner Elementary School offer ?
Rebecca Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rebecca Turner Elementary School part of?
Rebecca Turner Elementary School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Rebecca Turner Elementary School located?
Rebecca Turner Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in South Side.
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