Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Dows Lane (K-3) School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dows Lane (K-3) School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dows Lane (K-3) School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 483% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Dows Lane (K-3) School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dows Lane (K-3) School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
65%
39%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dows Lane (K-3) School's ranking?
Dows Lane (K-3) School is ranked #405 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dows Lane (K-3) School?
493 students attend Dows Lane (K-3) School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dows Lane (K-3) School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dows Lane (K-3) School?
Dows Lane (K-3) School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dows Lane (K-3) School offer ?
Dows Lane (K-3) School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dows Lane (K-3) School part of?
Dows Lane (K-3) School is part of Irvington Union Free School District.
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