Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mount Kisco Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Kisco Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Mount Kisco Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Kisco Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#3382 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
76%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
18%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bedford Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Kisco Elementary School's ranking?
Mount Kisco Elementary School is ranked #3382 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mount Kisco Elementary School often compared to?
Mount Kisco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford Hills Elementary School, West Patent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mount Kisco Elementary School?
503 students attend Mount Kisco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mount Kisco Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Kisco Elementary School?
Mount Kisco Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mount Kisco Elementary School offer ?
Mount Kisco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount Kisco Elementary School part of?
Mount Kisco Elementary School is part of Bedford Central School District.
School Calendar
View the Mount Kisco Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Juneteenth - Schools Closed
June 19, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 26, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of School
September 02, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - no school, buildings open
April 22, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break - no school, buildings open
April 23, 2027 (Friday)
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