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Pelham Union Free School District


At a glance
71stof 874 New York districts▼ 6
Better than 91% of New York districts
629 5th Ave
Pelham, NY 10803-2144
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Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 91.9% of districts
6
Schools
2,828
Students
5
5-star schools
Top rankedSiwanoy School58th of 2,445 New York elementary schools
Biggest riser
Colonial School up 41 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Hutchinson School 9.4 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
5★
4★
Summary:

The Pelham Union Free School District is a high-performing school district in New York, comprising 6 schools: 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district is ranked 71st out of 874 districts in the state and is rated 5 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating exceptional academic achievement across the board.

The standout schools in the district include Pelham Memorial High School, which ranks 67th out of 1,234 high schools in New York and boasts over 90% proficiency in several Regents exams. The elementary schools Prospect Hill School and Colonial School are also among the highest-performing in the state, ranking 133rd and 82nd out of 2,445 elementary schools, respectively. Another high-performing elementary school is Siwanoy School, which ranks 58th out of 2,445 elementary schools in New York.

The district's exceptional performance is reflected in its consistently high rankings, low student-teacher ratios, and strong academic results across various subject areas. While the district as a whole excels, there are a few areas, such as 5th-grade science proficiency, where scores could be improved. Overall, the Pelham Union Free School District is a shining example of academic excellence, providing students with a high-quality education and opportunities for success.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

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