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#1406 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 30% in state

Garrison School

Elementary School · GARRISON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 193, Garrison, NY 10524

Enrollment

215

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,406 of 4,742

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Garrison School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Garrison · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Garrison School

Garrison School is a public elementary school in Garrison, NY, part of GARRISON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Garrison School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Garrison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,406 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Garrison School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Garrison School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,751
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Garrison School — Students at Garrison School score 66% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.8% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 73.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.1% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 40 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
58.6%
ELA
80.3%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
76.3%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Garrison School Compares

See how Garrison School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NY
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

PO BOX 193, Garrison, NY 10524

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Garrison School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Putnam Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Mohegan Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Cold Spring), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garrison, see our Garrison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HIGHLAND FALLS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Highland Falls 1.8 mi 7.1
MANITOU SCHOOL Cold Spring 2.7 mi 7.3
HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring 3.1 mi 7.5
HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring 3.1 mi 9.3
HALDANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cold Spring 3.1 mi 7.6
JAMES I O'NEILL HIGH SCHOOL Highland Falls 2.8 mi 8.1
FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland Falls 4.0 mi 7.1
PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley 3.8 mi 8.7
ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 5.0 mi 6.9
URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill 5.6 mi 4.6
THE STORM KING SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson 4.9 mi 9.0
HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill 6.0 mi 4.7
OAKSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 6.1 mi 6.4
PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Putnam Valley 5.1 mi 8.0
PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley 5.2 mi 7.3
PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill 6.5 mi 7.2
VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 5.8 mi 5.7
PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill 6.6 mi 6.1
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 5.6 mi 8.4
CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson 5.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10524 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,568

Median Home Value

$549,600

Median Rent

$2,313/mo

Population

4,298

College Educated

52.6%

Homeownership

82.6%

Avg Commute

34.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

49.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALDEN PRIMARY AT TOWNLINE Alden, NY 7.3
DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY 7.3
JOHN PAULDING SCHOOL Tarrytown, NY 7.3
LEE F JACKSON SCHOOL White Plains, NY 7.3
LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lima, NY 7.3
MANITOU SCHOOL Cold Spring, NY 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Garrison School

What grades does Garrison School serve?

Garrison School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Garrison School?

Garrison School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garrison School?

The student-teacher ratio at Garrison School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Garrison School rank in NY?

Garrison School ranks #1,406 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Garrison School's MySchoolScout rating?

Garrison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Garrison School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Garrison School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Garrison School a charter school?

No, Garrison School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Garrison School a Title I school?

No, Garrison School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Putnam County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

GARRISON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
217
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,751
District Rank
#1 of 1

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