Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gardner-dickinson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gardner-dickinson School's student population of 306 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Gardner-dickinson 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 Gardner-dickinson School is 0.15, 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
#1976 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
White
92%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardner-dickinson School's ranking?
Gardner-dickinson School is ranked #1976 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gardner-dickinson School often compared to?
Gardner-dickinson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 16 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gardner-dickinson School?
306 students attend Gardner-dickinson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gardner-dickinson School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardner-dickinson School?
Gardner-dickinson School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gardner-dickinson School offer ?
Gardner-dickinson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gardner-dickinson School part of?
Gardner-dickinson School is part of Wynantskill Union Free School District.
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