For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,429 students in Thornwood, NY (there are 1 private school, serving 426 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in Thornwood, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Thornwood, NY are Westlake High School, Westlake Middle School and Columbus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thornwood, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Thornwood have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Thornwood, NY (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westlake High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
825 Westlake Dr
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8311
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8311
Grades: 9-12
| 528 students
Rank: #22.
Westlake Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
825 Westlake Dr
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8540
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8540
Grades: 6-8
| 431 students
Rank: #33.
Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
580 Columbus Ave
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8538
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8538
Grades: 3-5
| 470 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Thornwood, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Thornwood, NY include Westlake High School, Westlake Middle School and Columbus Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Thornwood, NY?
3 public schools are located in Thornwood, NY.
What percentage of students in Thornwood, NY go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in Thornwood, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Thornwood, NY?
Thornwood, NY public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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