Serving 185 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Deforest A Hill Primary School ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deforest A Hill Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Deforest A Hill Primary School's student population of 185 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Deforest A Hill Primary School is 0.08, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
White
96%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Deforest A Hill Primary School?
185 students attend Deforest A Hill Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Deforest A Hill Primary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deforest A Hill Primary School?
Deforest A Hill Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deforest A Hill Primary School offer ?
Deforest A Hill Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deforest A Hill Primary School part of?
Deforest A Hill Primary School is part of Westmoreland Central School District.
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