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#1892 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 40% in state
Based on limited data
Homestead School
Elementary School · GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
2 HOMESTEAD AVE, Garden City, NY 11530
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,892 of 4,742
In Garden City
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Homestead School
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About Homestead School
Homestead School is a public elementary school in Garden City, NY, part of GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Homestead School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Homestead School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,892 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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How Homestead School Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
2 HOMESTEAD AVE, Garden City, NY 11530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Homestead School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby New Hyde Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Elmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL Garden City | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ST ANNE'S SCHOOL Garden City | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW HYDE PARK ROAD SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| STEWART MANOR SCHOOL Stewart Manor | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW HYDE PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| GARDEN CITY PARK SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SEWANHAKA HIGH SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Garden City | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY Garden City | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL Elmont | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MANOR OAKS WILLIAM BOWIE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Floral Park | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,841
Median Home Value
$987,800
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
28,041
College Educated
70.9%
Homeownership
89.1%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAIRMONT NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.8 |
| FRANKLIN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River, NY | 6.8 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamilton, NY | 6.8 |
| HIGHVIEW SCHOOL Hartsdale, NY | 6.8 |
| LOCKE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ENGINEERING (THE) New York, NY | 6.8 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Middletown, NY | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Homestead School
What grades does Homestead School serve?
Homestead School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Homestead School?
Homestead School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Homestead School?
The student-teacher ratio at Homestead School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Homestead School rank in NY?
Homestead School ranks #1,892 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Homestead School's MySchoolScout rating?
Homestead School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Homestead School a charter school?
No, Homestead School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Homestead School a Title I school?
No, Homestead School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (516) 478-1700
Resources & Links
District
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,964
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,791
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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