Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenacres School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NY
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenacres School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Greenacres School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Greenacres School ranks within the top 1% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenacres School is 0.65, 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
#12 out of 4346 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
51%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenacres School's ranking?
Greenacres School is ranked #12 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Greenacres School often compared to?
Greenacres Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Meadow School, Heathcote School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Greenacres School?
347 students attend Greenacres School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Greenacres School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenacres School?
Greenacres School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Greenacres School offer ?
Greenacres School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenacres School part of?
Greenacres School is part of Scarsdale Union Free School District.
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