For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 943 students in Thornwood, NY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Thornwood, NY are Westlake Middle School and Columbus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thornwood, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Thornwood have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Thornwood, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westlake Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
825 Westlake Dr
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8540
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8540
Gr: 6-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Columbus Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
580 Columbus Ave
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8538
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-8538
Gr: 3-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Thornwood, NY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Thornwood, NY include Westlake Middle School and Columbus Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Thornwood?
2 public elementary schools are located in Thornwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Thornwood?
Thornwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).