Serving 191 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Greenwood Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Greenwood Lake Elementary School's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenwood Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood Lake Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1533 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Greenwood Lake Elementary School is ranked #1533 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Greenwood Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Greenwood Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chester Elementary School, Park Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Lake Elementary School?
191 students attend Greenwood Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Greenwood Lake Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Lake Elementary School?
Greenwood Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Greenwood Lake Elementary School offer ?
Greenwood Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenwood Lake Elementary School part of?
Greenwood Lake Elementary School is part of Greenwood Lake Union Free School District.
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