Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Robert R Graves School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert R Graves School's student population of 335 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert R Graves School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert R Graves School is 0.50, 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
#1220 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
69%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert R Graves School's ranking?
Robert R Graves School is ranked #1220 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Robert R Graves School?
335 students attend Robert R Graves School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Robert R Graves School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert R Graves School?
Robert R Graves School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert R Graves School offer ?
Robert R Graves School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert R Graves School part of?
Robert R Graves School is part of Kingston City School District.
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