Excellent
#179 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
Douglas G Grafflin School
Elementary School · CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
650 KING ST, Chappaqua, NY 10514
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#179 of 4,742
In Chappaqua
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Douglas G Grafflin School
Douglas G Grafflin School is a public elementary school in Chappaqua, NY, part of CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Douglas G Grafflin School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas G Grafflin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Douglas G Grafflin School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Douglas G Grafflin School — Students at Douglas G Grafflin School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Douglas G Grafflin School Compares
See how Douglas G Grafflin School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
650 KING ST, Chappaqua, NY 10514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglas G Grafflin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTORCHARD SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is WAMPUS SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Armonk), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROARING BROOK SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chappaqua, see our Chappaqua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL Chappaqua | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT-COTTAGE SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| EDENWALD SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PLEASANTVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pleasantville | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ROARING BROOK SCHOOL Chappaqua | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL Thornwood | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| WESTLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thornwood | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| THE KARAFIN SCHOOL Mount Kisco | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thornwood | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| EF ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL Thornwood | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WESTORCHARD SCHOOL Chappaqua | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ROOM Armonk | 3.1 mi | — |
| WAMPUS SCHOOL Armonk | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| SEVEN BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Chappaqua | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
| MOUNT KISCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Kisco | 3.7 mi | 4.1 |
| CEDAR KNOLLS ACADEMY Hawthorne | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| LINDEN HILL HIGH SCHOOL Hawthorne | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,069,100
Median Rent
$2,758/mo
Population
12,227
College Educated
82.9%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
41.6
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|---|---|
| GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head, NY | 8.8 |
| INCREASE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah, NY | 8.8 |
| LLOYD HARBOR SCHOOL Huntington, NY | 8.8 |
| MILTON SCHOOL Rye, NY | 8.8 |
| MUSCOTA New York, NY | 8.8 |
| PASADENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglas G Grafflin School
What grades does Douglas G Grafflin School serve?
Douglas G Grafflin School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Douglas G Grafflin School?
Douglas G Grafflin School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas G Grafflin School?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglas G Grafflin School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglas G Grafflin School rank in NY?
Douglas G Grafflin School ranks #179 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Douglas G Grafflin School's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglas G Grafflin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Douglas G Grafflin School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas G Grafflin School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Douglas G Grafflin School a charter school?
No, Douglas G Grafflin School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglas G Grafflin School a Title I school?
No, Douglas G Grafflin School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas G Grafflin School?
5.4% of students at Douglas G Grafflin School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (914) 238-7204
Resources & Links
District
CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,578
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,584
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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