GARRISON SCHOOL

GARRISON SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GARRISON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in GARRISON, NY with about 212 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 24 teachers, GARRISON SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

The GARRISON SCHOOL (Garrison Union Free School District) is a historic, single-building public school located in Garrison, New York, serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Nestled in a scenic community overlooking the Hudson River, the school is known for its small-town atmosphere and tight-knit learning environment. Because it serves as the sole school for its district, it functions as a central hub for the local community, fostering strong relationships between students, faculty, and area families.

Academically, the school emphasizes a comprehensive core curriculum while placing a significant focus on social-emotional learning, the arts, and environmental stewardship. Its location in the Hudson Highlands provides unique opportunities for place-based learning, often integrating the surrounding natural environment into the student experience. With a commitment to individualized attention, the GARRISON SCHOOL aims to prepare its graduates for success in regional high schools by cultivating both academic excellence and character development within a supportive, intimate setting.

For more information, contact GARRISON SCHOOL at (845) 424-3689 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.