Needs Improvement
#4287 of 4,742 schools in NY
Harry L Edson School
Elementary School · KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
116 MERILINA AVE, Kingston, NY 12401
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,287 of 4,742
In Kingston
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Harry L Edson School
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About Harry L Edson School
Harry L Edson School is a public elementary school in Kingston, NY, part of KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harry L Edson School serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry L Edson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,287 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Harry L Edson School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Harry L Edson 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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Harry L Edson School — Students at Harry L Edson School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
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
↓ 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: 2.4/10.
How Harry L Edson School Compares
See how Harry L Edson 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
116 MERILINA AVE, Kingston, NY 12401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry L Edson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERT R GRAVES SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Port Ewen), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Rhinebeck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Katrine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Kingston | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Kingston | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL Kingston | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| KINGSTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingston | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Kingston | 2.8 mi | 3.1 |
| M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Katrine | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CHILDREN'S HOME OF KINGSTON Kingston | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ROBERT R GRAVES SCHOOL Port Ewen | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
| WRAPAROUND SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY INC Lake Katrine | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| HUDSON VALLEY SUDBURY SCHOOL Kingston | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES Kingston | 5.6 mi | 6.1 |
| THE MOUNT ACADEMY Esopus | 7.5 mi | 7.7 |
| WOODSTOCK DAY SCHOOL Saugerties | 8.2 mi | 6.8 |
| WOODSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodstock | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BULKELEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rhinebeck | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| RHINEBECK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rhinebeck | 6.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck | 7.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,426
Median Home Value
$285,700
Median Rent
$1,300/mo
Population
35,058
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
40.2
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| CHATEAUGAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chateaugay, NY | 3.9 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.9 |
| F S BANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, NY | 3.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry L Edson School
What grades does Harry L Edson School serve?
Harry L Edson School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Harry L Edson School?
Harry L Edson School has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry L Edson School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry L Edson School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harry L Edson School rank in NY?
Harry L Edson School ranks #4,287 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Harry L Edson School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry L Edson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Harry L Edson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry L Edson School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harry L Edson School a charter school?
No, Harry L Edson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry L Edson School a Title I school?
No, Harry L Edson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry L Edson School?
51.3% of students at Harry L Edson 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ulster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (845) 943-3370
Resources & Links
District
KINGSTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,284
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,606
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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