Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Harry L Edson School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry L Edson School serves the southeast part of Kingston, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry L Edson School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Harry L Edson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry L Edson School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3647 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
45%
39%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry L Edson School's ranking?
Harry L Edson School is ranked #3647 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Harry L Edson School often compared to?
Harry L Edson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington School, E R Crosby Elementary School, Chambers School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Harry L Edson School?
397 students attend Harry L Edson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Harry L Edson School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry L Edson School?
Harry L Edson School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harry L Edson School offer ?
Harry L Edson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harry L Edson School part of?
Harry L Edson School is part of Kingston City School District.
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