For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,483 students in Thornwood, NY (there are , serving 259 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Thornwood, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Thornwood, NY (2025)
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
| 540 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
| 466 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
| 477 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?
3 public schools are located in Thornwood.
What percentage of students in Thornwood go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Thornwood are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Thornwood?
Thornwood public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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