Serving 653 students in grades 2-5, Stewart School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stewart School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stewart School's student population of 653 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Stewart School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stewart School is 0.44, 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
#617 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
73%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
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 Stewart School's ranking?
Stewart School is ranked #617 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Stewart School often compared to?
Stewart Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hemlock School, Locust School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Stewart School?
653 students attend Stewart School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Stewart School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stewart School?
Stewart School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stewart School offer ?
Stewart School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stewart School part of?
Stewart School is part of Garden City Union Free School District.
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