Serving 301 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 52%). 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paideia School 24's student population of 301 students has declined by 32% 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
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Paideia School 24 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 Paideia School 24 is 0.60, 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
#2695 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
58%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
20%
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
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Paideia School 24's ranking?
Paideia School 24 is ranked #2695 out of 4,346 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 52% 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?
301 students attend Paideia School 24.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Paideia School 24 students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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