Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Patricia A Dichiaro School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patricia A Dichiaro School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Patricia A Dichiaro School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Patricia A Dichiaro School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patricia A Dichiaro School is 0.67, 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
#622 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
7%
15%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Yonkers City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patricia A Dichiaro School's ranking?
Patricia A Dichiaro School is ranked #622 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Patricia A Dichiaro School often compared to?
Patricia A Dichiaro Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casimir Pulaski School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Patricia A Dichiaro School?
543 students attend Patricia A Dichiaro School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Patricia A Dichiaro School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patricia A Dichiaro School?
Patricia A Dichiaro School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Patricia A Dichiaro School offer ?
Patricia A Dichiaro School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Patricia A Dichiaro School part of?
Patricia A Dichiaro School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Patricia A Dichiaro School located?
Patricia A Dichiaro School is located in the Cedar Knolls neighborhood of Bronxville, NY.
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