John Paulding School serves 166 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
John Paulding School's student population of 166 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of John Paulding School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
36%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are John Paulding School often compared to?
John Paulding Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School, Cecil H Parker School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend John Paulding School?
166 students attend John Paulding School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of John Paulding School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Paulding School?
John Paulding School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Paulding School offer ?
John Paulding School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Paulding School part of?
John Paulding School is part of Union Free School District Of The Tarrytowns.
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