CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL

CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CROTON-HARMON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in CROTON ON HUDSON, NY with about 591 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Carrie E. Tompkins School (CET) is a primary educational institution located in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, serving students in grades K–4. As part of the Croton-Harmon Union Free School District, the school is recognized for its commitment to providing a supportive, child-centered environment that fosters both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. The curriculum is designed to build a strong foundational knowledge base while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking, supported by a dedicated faculty that emphasizes differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of their students.

Beyond its core academics, Carrie E. Tompkins School places a high value on community and character development. The school culture is characterized by active collaboration between staff, parents, and the surrounding Croton-Harmon community to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere. By integrating creative arts, technology, and character-building initiatives into the daily experience, CET strives to prepare its young learners for success in the upper grades while nurturing a lifelong love of learning and a sense of citizenship.

For more information, contact CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL at (914) 271-5184 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.