Very Good
#1316 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 28% in state
Garden City Park School
Elementary School · NEW HYDE PARK-GARDEN CITY PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
51 CENTRAL AVE, Garden City Park, NY 11040
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,316 of 4,742
In Garden City Park
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
NEW HYDE PARK-GARDEN CITY PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Garden City Park School
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About Garden City Park School
Garden City Park School is a public elementary school in Garden City Park, NY, part of NEW HYDE PARK-GARDEN CITY PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Garden City Park School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden City Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,316 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Garden City Park School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Garden City Park School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
45% of students at Garden City Park School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Garden City Park School — Students at Garden City Park School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Garden City Park School Compares
See how Garden City Park School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
51 CENTRAL AVE, Garden City Park, NY 11040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden City Park School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTER STREET SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Williston Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby New Hyde Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Garden City Park, see our Garden City Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW HYDE PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| NEW HYDE PARK ROAD SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL Garden City | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| HOMESTEAD SCHOOL Garden City | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| MANOR OAKS WILLIAM BOWIE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Garden City | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| STEWART MANOR SCHOOL Stewart Manor | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ST ANNE'S SCHOOL Garden City | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY Garden City | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ST AIDAN SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| BUCKLEY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Roslyn | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,511
Median Home Value
$795,300
Median Rent
$2,388/mo
Population
42,344
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
88.8%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
43.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY | 7.4 |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield, NY | 7.4 |
| CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place, NY | 7.4 |
| DUZINE SCHOOL New Paltz, NY | 7.4 |
| ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE New York, NY | 7.4 |
| EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia, NY | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden City Park School
What grades does Garden City Park School serve?
Garden City Park School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Garden City Park School?
Garden City Park School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden City Park School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden City Park School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden City Park School rank in NY?
Garden City Park School ranks #1,316 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Garden City Park School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden City Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Garden City Park School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden City Park School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garden City Park School a charter school?
No, Garden City Park School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden City Park School a Title I school?
No, Garden City Park School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden City Park School?
22.0% of students at Garden City Park 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (516) 434-2390
Resources & Links
District
NEW HYDE PARK-GARDEN CITY PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,613
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,559
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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