Compare education: Yonkers NY vs Palmer MA

Education Levels

The educational attainment in the area helps gauge the workforce's skill level and economic potential.

Education Level	Yonkers	Palmer
No Schooling	2.3% (4,882)	0.0% (Data is updating)
High School Diploma	14.4% (29,957)	0.0% (Data is updating)
Less than High School	20.5% (42,702)	0.0% (Data is updating)
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	25.0% (52,112)	0.0% (Data is updating)

Education Levels Comparison: Yonkers vs Palmer

A larger percentage of residents in Yonkers have no formal schooling at 2.3%, compared to 0.0% in Palmer.
A higher percentage of residents in Yonkers hold a high school diploma at 14.4%, compared to 0.0% in Palmer.
More residents in Yonkers have less than a high school education at 20.5%, compared to 0.0% in Palmer.
A higher percentage of residents in Yonkers hold a bachelor's degree or higher at 25.0%, compared to 0.0% in Palmer.

Impact of Education on Community

Education plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of life and economic conditions of a community. Higher education levels are often associated with better job opportunities, higher income, and improved quality of life. Conversely, lower education levels can contribute to higher crime rates and increased cost of living due to limited economic opportunities. Understanding the educational landscape of an area can provide valuable insights into its social and economic dynamics.

Schools Overview of Yonkers

Explore the educational landscape of the area through detailed information about local schools. This includes data on school levels, teacher and student numbers, diversity, and graduation rates, which can help in evaluating the quality of education available. This data list of schools is only for Memphis, TN. If you want to see the list of schools for Palmer, please click here.

Name	Level	Teachers	Students	Teachers/Students	By race	Male/Female	Grad. Rate
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE	Other	63	1119	1/17	asian: 22 black: 480 hispanic: 579 white: 17 other: 21	542/ 577	None
GREENBURGH ACADEMY	High	21	140	1/6	asian: 2 black: 51 hispanic: 72 white: 13 other: 2	81/ 59	None
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL	High	60	969	1/16	asian: 19 black: 226 hispanic: 657 white: 44 other: 23	582/ 387	None
ROBERT C DODSON SCHOOL	Elementary	47	715	1/15	asian: 20 black: 43 hispanic: 610 white: 38 other: 4	354/ 361	None
FAMILY SCHOOL 32	Elementary	28	567	1/20	asian: 41 black: 82 hispanic: 341 white: 90 other: 13	301/ 266	None
MONTESSORI SCHOOL 31	Elementary	20	343	1/16	asian: 17 black: 62 hispanic: 185 white: 66 other: 13	173/ 170	None
WILLIAM BOYCE THOMPSON SCHOOL	Elementary	23	419	1/17	asian: 13 black: 104 hispanic: 265 white: 18 other: 19	234/ 185	None
PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24	Elementary	19	304	1/15	asian: 11 black: 55 hispanic: 174 white: 47 other: 17	153/ 151	None
PAIDEIA SCHOOL 15	Elementary	27	574	1/20	asian: 24 black: 42 hispanic: 250 white: 242 other: 16	308/ 266	None
ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS	Elementary	49	846	1/17	asian: 10 black: 51 hispanic: 766 white: 8 other: 11	391/ 455	None
GORTON HIGH SCHOOL	High	72	1055	1/14	asian: 28 black: 231 hispanic: 700 white: 74 other: 22	502/ 553	None
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL	High	71	1103	1/15	asian: 25 black: 151 hispanic: 810 white: 102 other: 15	566/ 537	91
YONKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY	Other	84	1261	1/14	asian: 50 black: 139 hispanic: 620 white: 410 other: 42	639/ 622	None
MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL	Elementary	26	447	1/16	asian: 5 black: 164 hispanic: 247 white: 17 other: 14	221/ 226	None
CROSS HILL ACADEMY	Middle	21	349	1/16	asian: 14 black: 102 hispanic: 202 white: 18 other: 13	156/ 193	None
ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL - EARLY COLLEGE STUDIES	High	70	1041	1/14	asian: 42 black: 234 hispanic: 628 white: 104 other: 33	596/ 445	None
SAUNDERS TRADES & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	High	78	1066	1/13	asian: 48 black: 114 hispanic: 667 white: 214 other: 22	538/ 528	None
SCHOOL 5	Elementary	27	576	1/20	asian: 27 black: 84 hispanic: 355 white: 81 other: 29	303/ 273	None
PATRICIA A DICHIARO SCHOOL	Elementary	24	538	1/21	asian: 43 black: 34 hispanic: 200 white: 238 other: 23	263/ 275	None
SCHOOL 9	Elementary	17	258	1/14	asian: 4 black: 70 hispanic: 168 white: 10 other: 6	126/ 132	None
LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL	Elementary	33	608	1/18	asian: 16 black: 85 hispanic: 445 white: 33 other: 29	315/ 293	None
ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL	Elementary	25	521	1/20	asian: 39 black: 58 hispanic: 320 white: 87 other: 17	277/ 244	None
SCHOOL 16	Elementary	30	565	1/18	asian: 23 black: 105 hispanic: 368 white: 54 other: 15	282/ 283	None
SCHOOL 17	Elementary	22	344	1/15	asian: 11 black: 51 hispanic: 231 white: 38 other: 13	195/ 149	None
ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY	Elementary	27	455	1/16	asian: 5 black: 59 hispanic: 363 white: 14 other: 14	221/ 234	None
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL	Elementary	30	568	1/18	asian: 20 black: 40 hispanic: 465 white: 29 other: 14	275/ 293	None
SCHOOL 21	Elementary	21	356	1/16	asian: 18 black: 45 hispanic: 202 white: 81 other: 10	199/ 157	None
SCHOOL 22	Elementary	22	393	1/17	asian: 22 black: 69 hispanic: 245 white: 37 other: 20	217/ 176	None
SCHOOL 23	Elementary	27	485	1/17	asian: 22 black: 81 hispanic: 330 white: 32 other: 20	247/ 238	None
MUSEUM SCHOOL 25	Elementary	18	268	1/14	asian: 5 black: 89 hispanic: 149 white: 10 other: 15	156/ 112	None

Name: CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Level: Other

Teachers: 63

Students: 1119

Teachers/Students: 1/17

By race: asian: 22
black: 480
hispanic: 579
white: 17
other: 21

Male/Female: 542/ 577

Grad. Rate: None

Name: GREENBURGH ACADEMY

Level: High

Teachers: 21

Students: 140

Teachers/Students: 1/6

By race: asian: 2
black: 51
hispanic: 72
white: 13
other: 2

Male/Female: 81/ 59

Grad. Rate: None

Name: RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL

Level: High

Teachers: 60

Students: 969

Teachers/Students: 1/16

By race: asian: 19
black: 226
hispanic: 657
white: 44
other: 23

Male/Female: 582/ 387

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ROBERT C DODSON SCHOOL

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 47

Students: 715

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 20
black: 43
hispanic: 610
white: 38
other: 4

Male/Female: 354/ 361

Grad. Rate: None

Name: FAMILY SCHOOL 32

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 28

Students: 567

Teachers/Students: 1/20

By race: asian: 41
black: 82
hispanic: 341
white: 90
other: 13

Male/Female: 301/ 266

Grad. Rate: None

Name: MONTESSORI SCHOOL 31

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 20

Students: 343

Teachers/Students: 1/16

By race: asian: 17
black: 62
hispanic: 185
white: 66
other: 13

Male/Female: 173/ 170

Grad. Rate: None

Name: WILLIAM BOYCE THOMPSON SCHOOL

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 23

Students: 419

Teachers/Students: 1/17

By race: asian: 13
black: 104
hispanic: 265
white: 18
other: 19

Male/Female: 234/ 185

Grad. Rate: None

Name: PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 19

Students: 304

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 11
black: 55
hispanic: 174
white: 47
other: 17

Male/Female: 153/ 151

Grad. Rate: None

Name: PAIDEIA SCHOOL 15

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 27

Students: 574

Teachers/Students: 1/20

By race: asian: 24
black: 42
hispanic: 250
white: 242
other: 16

Male/Female: 308/ 266

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 49

Students: 846

Teachers/Students: 1/17

By race: asian: 10
black: 51
hispanic: 766
white: 8
other: 11

Male/Female: 391/ 455

Grad. Rate: None

Name: GORTON HIGH SCHOOL

Level: High

Teachers: 72

Students: 1055

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 28
black: 231
hispanic: 700
white: 74
other: 22

Male/Female: 502/ 553

Grad. Rate: None

Name: LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL

Level: High

Teachers: 71

Students: 1103

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 25
black: 151
hispanic: 810
white: 102
other: 15

Male/Female: 566/ 537

Grad. Rate: 91

Name: YONKERS MONTESSORI ACADEMY

Level: Other

Teachers: 84

Students: 1261

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 50
black: 139
hispanic: 620
white: 410
other: 42

Male/Female: 639/ 622

Grad. Rate: None

Name: MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 26

Students: 447

Teachers/Students: 1/16

By race: asian: 5
black: 164
hispanic: 247
white: 17
other: 14

Male/Female: 221/ 226

Grad. Rate: None

Name: CROSS HILL ACADEMY

Level: Middle

Teachers: 21

Students: 349

Teachers/Students: 1/16

By race: asian: 14
black: 102
hispanic: 202
white: 18
other: 13

Male/Female: 156/ 193

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL - EARLY COLLEGE STUDIES

Level: High

Teachers: 70

Students: 1041

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 42
black: 234
hispanic: 628
white: 104
other: 33

Male/Female: 596/ 445

Grad. Rate: None

Name: SAUNDERS TRADES & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL

Level: High

Teachers: 78

Students: 1066

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 48
black: 114
hispanic: 667
white: 214
other: 22

Male/Female: 538/ 528

Grad. Rate: None

Name: SCHOOL 5

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 27

Students: 576

Teachers/Students: 1/20

By race: asian: 27
black: 84
hispanic: 355
white: 81
other: 29

Male/Female: 303/ 273

Grad. Rate: None

Name: PATRICIA A DICHIARO SCHOOL

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 24

Students: 538

Teachers/Students: 1/21

By race: asian: 43
black: 34
hispanic: 200
white: 238
other: 23

Male/Female: 263/ 275

Grad. Rate: None

Name: SCHOOL 9

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 17

Students: 258

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 4
black: 70
hispanic: 168
white: 10
other: 6

Male/Female: 126/ 132

Grad. Rate: None

Name: LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 33

Students: 608

Teachers/Students: 1/18

By race: asian: 16
black: 85
hispanic: 445
white: 33
other: 29

Male/Female: 315/ 293

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 521

Teachers/Students: 1/20

By race: asian: 39
black: 58
hispanic: 320
white: 87
other: 17

Male/Female: 277/ 244

Grad. Rate: None

Name: SCHOOL 16

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 30

Students: 565

Teachers/Students: 1/18

By race: asian: 23
black: 105
hispanic: 368
white: 54
other: 15

Male/Female: 282/ 283

Grad. Rate: None

Name: SCHOOL 17

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 22

Students: 344

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 11
black: 51
hispanic: 231
white: 38
other: 13

Male/Female: 195/ 149

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 27

Students: 455

Teachers/Students: 1/16

By race: asian: 5
black: 59
hispanic: 363
white: 14
other: 14

Male/Female: 221/ 234

Grad. Rate: None

Name: EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 30

Students: 568

Teachers/Students: 1/18

By race: asian: 20
black: 40
hispanic: 465
white: 29
other: 14

Male/Female: 275/ 293

Grad. Rate: None

Name: SCHOOL 21

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 21

Students: 356

Teachers/Students: 1/16

By race: asian: 18
black: 45
hispanic: 202
white: 81
other: 10

Male/Female: 199/ 157

Grad. Rate: None

Name: SCHOOL 22

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 22

Students: 393

Teachers/Students: 1/17

By race: asian: 22
black: 69
hispanic: 245
white: 37
other: 20

Male/Female: 217/ 176

Grad. Rate: None

Name: SCHOOL 23

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 27

Students: 485

Teachers/Students: 1/17

By race: asian: 22
black: 81
hispanic: 330
white: 32
other: 20

Male/Female: 247/ 238

Grad. Rate: None

Name: MUSEUM SCHOOL 25

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 18

Students: 268

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 5
black: 89
hispanic: 149
white: 10
other: 15

Male/Female: 156/ 112

Grad. Rate: None

In Yonkers, NY, evaluating the educational landscape is crucial for families considering relocation. Here are seven key factors to consider when assessing neighborhood schools: 1. Teacher-to-Student Ratio: A lower ratio indicates more individualized attention for students, which can foster better learning outcomes. For instance, a 1:12 ratio suggests that teachers could more effectively cater to individual learning needs compared to schools with higher ratios. 2. Graduation Rates: High graduation rates are typically reflective of a school’s ability to support students through their educational journey, indicating strong academic and administrative frameworks. 3. Diversity in Schools: Schools with diverse student populations offer enriched cultural experiences and promote inclusivity. This diversity aids in preparing students for a global society and fosters a broad-minded community atmosphere. 4. School Budget and Resources: Adequate funding is crucial, influencing the quality of academic resources, facilities, and extracurricular opportunities available to students. A well-funded school is better positioned to offer comprehensive educational experiences. 5. Academic and Extracurricular Programs: Programs such as advanced coursework, sports, and arts are key to holistic student development. Evaluating these offerings can help align school choices with a child’s interests and strengths. 6. Safety and Environment: The safety of a school environment has direct implications on student well-being and learning efficiency. Factors such as campus security measures and the overall atmosphere are important considerations. 7. School Leadership and Vision: A school’s leadership and its educational philosophy can greatly affect the quality of education and the community sense within the school. Understanding the administrative vision is essential for assessing if the school's goals align with your values. Considering these factors, along with visiting schools and engaging with the community, will provide deeper insights and facilitate informed decisions, ensuring that the chosen educational path aligns with your family's priorities in Yonkers.