LOCUST SCHOOL

LOCUST SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in GARDEN CITY, NY with about 165 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 1st Grade. With about 9 teachers, LOCUST SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

LOCUST SCHOOL is a primary educational institution located at 220 Boylston Street in Garden City, New York. As part of the Garden City Union Free School District, the school serves as a foundational learning environment for the community’s youngest students, typically focusing on early childhood education and primary grade development. The school is known for fostering a supportive and nurturing atmosphere that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students during their formative years.

Operated under the umbrella of the Garden City Public Schools, the institution benefits from the district's reputation for high academic standards and strong community involvement. Families and community members interested in detailed information regarding the school's curriculum, faculty, district policies, or upcoming events can access further resources through the official district website at [www.gardencity.k12.ny.us](http://www.gardencity.k12.ny.us).

For more information, contact LOCUST SCHOOL at (516) 478-1800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.