Locust School serves 151 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Locust School's student population of 151 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Locust School is 0.44, 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
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
73%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
55%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Locust School often compared to?
Locust Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hemlock School, Stewart School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Locust School?
151 students attend Locust School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Locust School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust School?
Locust School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Locust School offer ?
Locust School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Locust School part of?
Locust School is part of Garden City Union Free School District.
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