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Grimes School
Elementary School · MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT
58 S 10TH AVE, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,332 of 4,742
In Mount Vernon
#10 of 17
public schools
In district
#9 of 16
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Grimes School
Grimes School is a public elementary school in Mount Vernon, NY, part of MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT. Grimes School serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grimes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,332 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Grimes School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Grimes School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Grimes School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
43% of students at Grimes 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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Grimes School — Students at Grimes School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 39 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: 6.3/10.
How Grimes School Compares
See how Grimes 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
58 S 10TH AVE, Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grimes School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 68 (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Bronx), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAMILTON SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DENZEL WASHINGTON SCHOOL-ARTS Mount Vernon | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| HAMILTON SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| AMANI PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| INTELLECTUS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Mt. Vernon | 0.6 mi | — |
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 4 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| NELSON MANDELA/DR HOSA ZOLLICOFFER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| CECIL H PARKER SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ROSEMARIE ANN SIRAGUSA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MOUNT VERNON LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MOUNT VERNON STEAM ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 87 Bronx | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| MATILDA AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| PS 16 WAKEFIELD Bronx | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| REBECCA TURNER ACADEMY Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 68 Bronx | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BENJAMIN TURNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,903
Median Home Value
$482,600
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
40,072
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTAMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamont, NY | 5.3 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 5.3 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dundee, NY | 5.3 |
| EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| ENGLISH VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| F P DONNELLY SCHOOL Conklin, NY | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grimes School
What grades does Grimes School serve?
Grimes School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Grimes School?
Grimes School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grimes School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grimes School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grimes School rank in NY?
Grimes School ranks #3,332 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Grimes School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grimes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Grimes School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grimes School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Grimes School a charter school?
No, Grimes School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grimes School a Title I school?
No, Grimes School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (914) 665-5020
Resources & Links
District
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,813
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,486
- District Rank
- #9 of 16
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