Serving 1,019 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William B Ward Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William B Ward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
William B Ward Elementary School's student population of 1,019 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,019 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
William B Ward Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William B Ward Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1486 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
17%
15%
White
36%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William B Ward Elementary School's ranking?
William B Ward Elementary School is ranked #1486 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William B Ward Elementary School often compared to?
William B Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Webster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William B Ward Elementary School?
1,019 students attend William B Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of William B Ward Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William B Ward Elementary School?
William B Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William B Ward Elementary School offer ?
William B Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William B Ward Elementary School part of?
William B Ward Elementary School is part of New Rochelle City School District.
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