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Prospect Hill School

Summary:

Prospect Hill School is a high-performing public elementary school serving grades K-5 in Pelham, New York, part of the Pelham Union Free School District, which is ranked 51 out of 866 school districts in the state and has a 5-star rating.

Prospect Hill School consistently outperforms the state and district averages on New York State Assessments in English Language Arts and Math, with over 80% of students scoring proficient or better. The school has been ranked among the top elementary schools in New York state, ranking 57th out of 2,439 schools in 2022-2023. Prospect Hill's student subgroups, including female students, male students, Hispanic students, and white students, also perform at high levels compared to their peers statewide. Additionally, the school has a very low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at only 2.46%, suggesting a relatively high socioeconomic status of the student population.

Prospect Hill School's strong academic performance is significantly higher than that of some nearby schools, such as those in the Mount Vernon School District and New York City Geographic District #11, which serve more economically disadvantaged student populations. This highlights the importance of socioeconomic factors in educational outcomes. Prospect Hill's success can be attributed to a combination of effective teaching practices, well-resourced facilities, and a supportive community.


Detail:

Public K-8

 1000 Washington Ave
       Pelham, NY  10803-3220

(914) 738-6690

District: Pelham Union Free School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
57th of 2,439 New York Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,712 Help


Students who attend Prospect Hill School usually attend:

Middle:    Pelham Middle School
High:    Pelham Memorial High School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.7 Help
Number of students:  325

Racial breakdown:

White:
68.0%
Two or more races:
10.8%
Hispanic:
10.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  2.5% Help


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Compare Details Prospect Hill School ranks better than 97.7% of elementary schools in New York. It also ranks 2nd among 4 ranked elementary schools in the Pelham Union Free School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 96.1. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (68%), two or more races (10.8%), Hispanic (10.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 2.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Prospect Hill School is 12.7, which is the 2nd best among 4 elementary schools in the Pelham Union Free School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Prospect Hill School is $16,712, which is the lowest among 4 elementary schools in the Pelham Union Free School District!
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Prospect Hill School:

SchoolDigger ranks Prospect Hill School 57th of 2439 New York public elementary schools. (See Prospect Hill School in the ranking list.)

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Pelham Union Free School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Pelham Union Free School District 51st of 866 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Prospect Hill School

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Rank History for all students at Prospect Hill School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 85.77 101st 2206 95.4%
2007 89.83 2nd 2219 99.9%
2008 86.72 45th 2227 98.0%
2009 82.64 142nd 2257 93.7%
2010 87.73 103rd 2263 95.4%
2011 90.11 84th 2286 96.3%
2012 88.49 130th 2320 94.4%
2013 90.41 140th 2325 94.0%
2014 90.67 131st 2345 94.4%
2015 88.92 171st 2352 92.7%
2016 86.47 228th 2366 90.4%
2017 91.00 132nd 2386 94.5%
2018 89.97 151st 2395 93.7%
2019 91.90 147th 2413 93.9%
2021 83.95 279th 2201 87.3%
2022 90.94 170th 2434 93.0%
2023 96.10 57th 2439 97.7%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Prospect Hill School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.02 82nd 1941 95.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Prospect Hill School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.18 95th 2338 95.9%
2019 89.68 174th 2357 92.6%
2021 82.78 247th 1955 87.4%
2022 92.18 112th 2401 95.3%
2023 94.15 98th 2403 95.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Prospect Hill School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.40 182nd 2340 92.2%
2019 91.56 141st 2358 94.0%
2021 77.67 360th 1961 81.6%
2022 84.31 285th 2400 88.1%
2023 94.92 72nd 2400 97.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Prospect Hill School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 95.56 31st 1392 97.8%
2019 90.93 76th 1315 94.2%
2022 81.28 178th 1503 88.2%
2023 94.07 54th 1429 96.2%
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Rank History for White students at Prospect Hill School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 79.39 222nd 1408 84.2%
2019 84.21 167th 1338 87.5%
2021 75.91 252nd 1224 79.4%
2022 86.45 100th 1399 92.9%
2023 91.61 51st 1337 96.2%
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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: NY State Education Department

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by a parent
Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Open Quote Wonderful teachers and ancillary staff! My children love it here! Beautiful playground and spacious soccer/baseball field... The principal runs a tight ship, but is kind and nurturing. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Prospect Hill School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 159 2 4 9 0 n/a n/a 0 174
1990 161 2 5 4 0 n/a n/a 0 172
1991 174 1 5 7 0 n/a n/a 0 187
1992 174 4 7 12 0 n/a n/a 0 197
1993 192 4 7 10 0 n/a n/a 0 213
1994 207 6 9 15 0 n/a n/a 0 237
1995 247 10 13 16 0 n/a n/a 0 286
1996 247 10 13 16 0 n/a n/a 0 286
1997 249 10 11 15 0 n/a n/a 0 285
1998 235 7 7 13 0 n/a n/a 0 262
1999 229 4 11 13 0 n/a n/a 0 257
2000 234 7 12 14 0 n/a n/a 0 267
2001 246 9 20 18 0 n/a n/a 0 293
2002 255 11 17 12 0 n/a n/a 0 295
2003 255 11 17 12 0 n/a n/a 0 295
2004 271 9 18 12 0 n/a n/a 0 310
2005 289 9 21 14 0 n/a n/a 0 333
2006 279 5 22 10 0 n/a n/a 0 316
2007 303 9 23 12 0 n/a n/a 1 348
2008 312 6 21 17 0 n/a n/a 3 359
2009 308 10 27 22 0 n/a n/a 4 371
2010 302 7 23 17 0 n/a n/a 25 374
2011 290 4 16 21 0 0 24 0 355
2012 271 3 14 42 0 0 23 0 353
2013 264 5 16 41 0 0 20 0 346
2014 256 5 10 37 0 0 17 0 325
2015 244 4 6 35 0 0 17 0 306
2016 231 7 12 38 0 0 15 0 303
2017 239 7 15 38 0 0 12 0 311
2018 240 11 15 38 0 0 13 0 317
2019 242 8 15 36 0 0 17 0 318
2020 232 7 12 39 0 0 21 0 311
2021 237 7 13 37 0 0 26 0 320
2022 236 10 12 34 0 0 35 0 327
2023 221 13 22 34 0 0 35 0 325

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Prospect Hill School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 174 13.5 12.8 n/a
1990 172 13.5 12.7 n/a
1991 187 14.5 12.8 n/a
1992 197 15.9 12.3 n/a
1993 213 15.0 14.2 n/a
1994 237 13.0 18.2 0
1995 286 14.0 20.4 0
1996 286 14.0 20.4 0
1997 285 14.8 19.3 0
1998 262 13.8 19.0 0
1999 257 14.8 17.4 0
2000 267 17.1 15.6 0
2001 293 19.1 15.3 0
2002 295 20.0 14.8 0
2003 295 20.0 14.8 0
2004 310 n/a n/a n/a
2005 333 21.2 15.7 0
2006 316 21.0 15.0 0
2007 348 22.6 15.4 0
2008 359 25.0 14.4 0
2009 371 25.0 14.8 n/a
2010 374 24.0 15.5 0
2011 355 30.8 11.4 0.8
2012 353 25.0 14.1 0.8
2013 346 21.4 16.1 1.7
2014 325 22.0 14.7 1.5
2015 306 19.0 16.1 2.9
2016 303 19.0 15.9 3.6
2017 311 19.0 16.3 2.3
2018 317 20.0 15.8 3.5
2019 318 19.0 16.7 3.1
2020 311 n/a n/a 2.3
2021 320 25.4 12.5 2.5
2022 327 27.4 11.9 3.7
2023 325 25.5 12.7 2.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Prospect Hill School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 174 13.5 12.8 n/a
1990 172 13.5 12.7 n/a
1991 187 14.5 12.8 n/a
1992 197 15.9 12.3 n/a
1993 213 15.0 14.2 n/a
1994 237 13.0 18.2 0
1995 286 14.0 20.4 0
1996 286 14.0 20.4 0
1997 285 14.8 19.3 0
1998 262 13.8 19.0 0
1999 257 14.8 17.4 0
2000 267 17.1 15.6 0
2001 293 19.1 15.3 0
2002 295 20.0 14.8 0
2003 295 20.0 14.8 0
2004 310 n/a n/a n/a
2005 333 21.2 15.7 0
2006 316 21.0 15.0 0
2007 348 22.6 15.4 0
2008 359 25.0 14.4 0
2009 371 25.0 14.8 n/a
2010 374 24.0 15.5 0
2011 355 30.8 11.4 0.8
2012 353 25.0 14.1 0.8
2013 346 21.4 16.1 1.7
2014 325 22.0 14.7 1.5
2015 306 19.0 16.1 2.9
2016 303 19.0 15.9 3.6
2017 311 19.0 16.3 2.3
2018 317 20.0 15.8 3.5
2019 318 19.0 16.7 3.1
2020 311 n/a n/a 2.3
2021 320 25.4 12.5 2.5
2022 327 27.4 11.9 3.7
2023 325 25.5 12.7 2.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Prospect Hill School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricella
201398.8%0.6%0.0%99.4%98.8%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.4%
201499.7%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%99.7%100.0%
201599.7%0.3%0.0%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.7%
201698.7%0.3%0.0%99.3%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.3%99.3%99.7%
201799.0%0.3%0.0%99.4%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.4%99.4%99.7%
201898.8%0.3%0.0%99.7%99.7%99.7%99.4%99.7%99.7%99.7%
201999.1%0.0%0.0%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.4%99.4%
202099.1%0.0%99.4%100.0%100.0%100.0%99.4%99.1%99.4%

Data source: New York State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Prospect Hill School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $00 (0.0%) $15,643 (100.0%) $15,643
2020 $03 (0.0%) $16,241 (100.0%) $16,244
2021 $11 (0.1%) $15,930 (99.9%) $15,942
2022 $307 (1.9%) $16,212 (98.1%) $16,519
2023 $14 (0.1%) $16,698 (99.9%) $16,712

Data source: New York Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Prospect Hill School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 147th of 2413 Elementary schoolsRanks 57th of 2439 Elementary schools
 3.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Prospect Hill School)7787.2
 10.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pelham Union Free School District)7679.6
 3.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York)5244.9
 7.1%
3rd Grade Math (Prospect Hill School)8285
 3%
   3rd Grade Math (Pelham Union Free School District)7279.7
 7.7%
   3rd Grade Math (New York)5453.7
 0.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Prospect Hill School)8990.9
 1.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pelham Union Free School District)7486.8
 12.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4848.8
 0.8%
4th Grade Math (Prospect Hill School)8394.6
 11.6%
   4th Grade Math (Pelham Union Free School District)7788.5
 11.5%
   4th Grade Math (New York)5053.9
 3.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Prospect Hill School)7082
 12%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pelham Union Free School District)6684.1
 18.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York)3845.1
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Prospect Hill School)7286.5
 14.5%
   5th Grade Math (Pelham Union Free School District)7282.7
 10.7%
   5th Grade Math (New York)4649.7
 3.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students318325
 2.2%
African American813
 62.5%
American Indian00
Asian1522
 46.7%
Hispanic3634
 5.6%
Pacific Islander00
White242221
 8.7%
Two or More Races1735
 105.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients3.1%2.5%
 0.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Prospect Hill School

Students who attend Prospect Hill School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Pelham Middle School
High : Pelham Memorial High School

Yes! Prospect Hill School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 57th of 2439 New York elementary schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 325 students attended Prospect Hill School.

Students at Prospect Hill School are 68% White, 11% Two or more races, 10% Hispanic, 7% Asian, 4% African American.


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