Very Good
#915 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
Based on limited data
Locust School
Elementary School · GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
220 BOYLSTON ST, Garden City, NY 11530
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#915 of 4,742
In Garden City
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Locust School
Locust School is a public elementary school in Garden City, NY, part of GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Locust School serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Locust School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #915 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Locust School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Locust School Compares
See how Locust School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
220 BOYLSTON ST, Garden City, NY 11530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Locust School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Carle Place), which scores slightly higher. Another option is STEWART SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHERRY LANE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Carle Place), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NASSAU BOCES Garden City | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| STEWART SCHOOL Garden City | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| HANC - MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNIONDALE Uniondale | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| JACKSON MAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| RHODES ACADEMY OF HUMANITIES AND THE ARTS Hempstead | 0.8 mi | 2.2 |
| HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CALIFORNIA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ALVERTA B GRAY SCHULTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hempstead | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES MARIANIST SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany, NY | 7.8 |
| BROOKLYN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
| CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside, NY | 7.8 |
| ISLAMIC CULTURAL CENTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.8 |
| SCHOOL HOUSE East Northport, NY | 7.8 |
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Locust School
What grades does Locust School serve?
Locust School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Locust School?
Locust School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Locust School?
The student-teacher ratio at Locust School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Locust School rank in NY?
Locust School ranks #915 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Locust School's MySchoolScout rating?
Locust School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Locust School a charter school?
No, Locust School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Locust School a Title I school?
No, Locust School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (516) 478-1800
Resources & Links
District
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,964
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,791
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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