Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Samuel J Preston School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel J Preston School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Samuel J Preston School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samuel J Preston School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel J Preston School is 0.56, 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
#1268 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
57%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel J Preston School's ranking?
Samuel J Preston School is ranked #1268 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Samuel J Preston School often compared to?
Samuel J Preston Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purchase School, Parsons Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Samuel J Preston School?
340 students attend Samuel J Preston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Samuel J Preston School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel J Preston School?
Samuel J Preston School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samuel J Preston School offer ?
Samuel J Preston School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel J Preston School part of?
Samuel J Preston School is part of Harrison Central School District.
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