NELLIE THORNTON SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS

NELLIE THORNTON SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS is a Title I public high school that is part of the MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MOUNT VERNON, NY with about 749 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 60 teachers, NELLIE THORNTON SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

The NELLIE THORNTON SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS, located in Mount Vernon, New York, is a specialized K-8 public school within the Mount Vernon City School District. The school is distinguished by its unique focus on integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with intensive performing arts instruction. Students have the opportunity to engage in a variety of artistic disciplines, including dance, instrumental music, vocal music, theater, and visual arts, which are woven into their daily educational experience to foster both creative expression and academic achievement.

Beyond its focus on the arts, the school is committed to nurturing a well-rounded student body through a supportive and disciplined learning environment. By emphasizing the connection between artistic training—such as discipline, collaboration, and public performance—and traditional core subjects, Nellie Thornton aims to prepare its students for success in high school and beyond. The school serves as a cultural hub for the local community, frequently showcasing student talent through performances and exhibitions that highlight the integration of arts and academics.

For more information, contact NELLIE THORNTON SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS at (914) 358-2740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.