Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Douglas G Grafflin School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas G Grafflin 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
Douglas G Grafflin School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Douglas G Grafflin School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas G Grafflin School is 0.51, 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
#300 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
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 Douglas G Grafflin School's ranking?
Douglas G Grafflin School is ranked #300 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Douglas G Grafflin School often compared to?
Douglas G Grafflin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roaring Brook School, Westorchard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Douglas G Grafflin School?
423 students attend Douglas G Grafflin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Douglas G Grafflin School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas G Grafflin School?
Douglas G Grafflin School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Douglas G Grafflin School offer ?
Douglas G Grafflin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Douglas G Grafflin School part of?
Douglas G Grafflin School is part of Chappaqua Central School District.
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