Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Furnace Woods Elementary 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% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Furnace Woods Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Dynamic, Innovative, and Supportive Educational Community
School Rankings
Furnace Woods Elementary 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 Furnace Woods Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1997 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
48%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Furnace Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Furnace Woods Elementary School is ranked #1997 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Furnace Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Furnace Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank G Lindsey Elementary School, Buchanan-verplanck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Furnace Woods Elementary School?
214 students attend Furnace Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Furnace Woods Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Furnace Woods Elementary School?
Furnace Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Furnace Woods Elementary School offer ?
Furnace Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Furnace Woods Elementary School part of?
Furnace Woods Elementary School is part of Hendrick Hudson Central School District.
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