Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Traphagen School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Traphagen School's student population of 317 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Traphagen 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 Traphagen School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1460 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
59%
15%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Traphagen School's ranking?
Traphagen School is ranked #1460 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Traphagen School often compared to?
Traphagen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Traphagen School?
317 students attend Traphagen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Traphagen School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Traphagen School?
Traphagen School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Traphagen School offer ?
Traphagen School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Traphagen School part of?
Traphagen School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Traphagen School located?
Traphagen School is located in the North Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in North Side.
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