Homestead School serves 205 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Homestead School's student population of 205 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring Minds, Empowering Achievement, Building Community
School Rankings
The diversity score of Homestead School is 0.45, 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
16:1
11:1
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
White
72%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Homestead School often compared to?
Homestead Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hemlock School, Stewart Manor School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Homestead School?
205 students attend Homestead School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Homestead School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homestead School?
Homestead School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Homestead School offer ?
Homestead School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Homestead School part of?
Homestead School is part of Garden City Union Free School District.
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