Serving 813 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pearls Hawthorne School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearls Hawthorne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pearls Hawthorne School's student population of 813 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
813 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pearls Hawthorne School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearls Hawthorne School is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
44%
31%
Black
15%
15%
White
22%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearls Hawthorne School's ranking?
Pearls Hawthorne School is ranked #150 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pearls Hawthorne School?
813 students attend Pearls Hawthorne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pearls Hawthorne School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearls Hawthorne School?
Pearls Hawthorne School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pearls Hawthorne School offer ?
Pearls Hawthorne School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pearls Hawthorne School part of?
Pearls Hawthorne School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pearls Hawthorne School located?
Pearls Hawthorne School is located in the Ludlow neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Ludlow.
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