Serving 473 students in grades 5-8, Pierre Van Cortlandt 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 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierre Van Cortlandt 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
School Overview
Pierre Van Cortlandt School's student population of 473 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Success for All
School Rankings
Pierre Van Cortlandt 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 Pierre Van Cortlandt School is 0.49, 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
#553 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
2%
15%
White
69%
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
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pierre Van Cortlandt School's ranking?
Pierre Van Cortlandt School is ranked #553 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pierre Van Cortlandt School often compared to?
Pierre Van Cortlandt Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Mountain Middle School, Mildred E Strang Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pierre Van Cortlandt School?
473 students attend Pierre Van Cortlandt School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pierre Van Cortlandt School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierre Van Cortlandt School?
Pierre Van Cortlandt School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pierre Van Cortlandt School offer ?
Pierre Van Cortlandt School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pierre Van Cortlandt School part of?
Pierre Van Cortlandt School is part of Croton-Harmon Union Free School District.
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