Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Grimes 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Grimes School's student population of 348 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Grimes 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 Grimes School is 0.46, 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
#3551 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
68%
15%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Grimes School's ranking?
Grimes School is ranked #3551 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Grimes School often compared to?
Grimes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Elementary School, William E Cottle School, Cecil H Parker School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Grimes School?
348 students attend Grimes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Grimes School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grimes School?
Grimes School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grimes School offer ?
Grimes School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grimes School part of?
Grimes School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Grimes School located?
Grimes School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in South Side.
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