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 (2026)
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry L Edson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
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 Chambers School, George Washington 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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