SCHOOL 23
SCHOOL 23 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in YONKERS, NY with about 614 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, SCHOOL 23 has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
SCHOOL 23, located at 56 Van Cortlandt Park Avenue in Yonkers, New York, is a public elementary school serving the local community within the Yonkers Public Schools district. As part of one of New York State’s largest school districts, the institution is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and college and career readiness. The school serves a diverse student population, working to meet the unique needs of its community through structured curricula and district-wide educational standards.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Yonkers Public Schools, which prioritizes innovation, equity, and the engagement of families and community partners. By utilizing the resources and academic frameworks provided by the district, SCHOOL 23 focuses on cultivating a supportive environment where students can thrive academically. For families seeking detailed information on registration, school policies, academic calendars, or specific contact details, the official district website at [www.yonkerspublicschools.org](http://www.yonkerspublicschools.org) serves as the primary hub for updates and administrative resources.
For more information, contact SCHOOL 23 at (914) 376-8445 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
YONKERS, NY 10701-4499
(914) 376-8445
SCHOOL 23 is a public Title I school in YONKERS, NY with about 614 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 614
- Teachers:
- 28
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 614 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 59.9%
- Black or African American
- 25.7%
- White
- 9.0%
- Asian
- 3.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.5%
- Male
- 49.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.