Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Netherwood 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Netherwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Netherwood School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Netherwood 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 Netherwood School is 0.58, 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
#2328 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
61%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Nighthawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Netherwood School's ranking?
Netherwood School is ranked #2328 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Netherwood School often compared to?
Netherwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Park Elementary School, Ralph R Smith School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Netherwood School?
301 students attend Netherwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Netherwood School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Netherwood School?
Netherwood School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Netherwood School offer ?
Netherwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Netherwood School part of?
Netherwood School is part of Hyde Park Central School District.
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