Carl L Dixson Elementary School serves 116 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Attendance Zone: Carl L Dixson Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Elmsford, NY, encompassing approximately 2.9 square miles. Most areas within this zone are a quick 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carl L Dixson Elementary School's student population of 116 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carl L Dixson Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
60%
31%
Black
20%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rocky The Red Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Carl L Dixson Elementary School often compared to?
Carl L Dixson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice E Grady Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Carl L Dixson Elementary School?
116 students attend Carl L Dixson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Carl L Dixson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl L Dixson Elementary School?
Carl L Dixson Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carl L Dixson Elementary School offer ?
Carl L Dixson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carl L Dixson Elementary School part of?
Carl L Dixson Elementary School is part of Elmsford Union Free School District.
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