PURCHASE SCHOOL

PURCHASE SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the HARRISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PURCHASE, NY with about 315 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, PURCHASE 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.

PURCHASE SCHOOL is a public elementary school located in Purchase, New York, serving students from kindergarten through grade five. As part of the Harrison Central School District, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach to learning. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, social-emotional growth, and a strong sense of community among its diverse student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, PURCHASE SCHOOL emphasizes a well-rounded education by integrating arts, technology, and character-building initiatives into the daily classroom experience. The school benefits from a collaborative partnership between dedicated faculty, supportive parents, and the wider community, all of which contribute to a vibrant atmosphere. By focusing on individualized instruction and preparing students for the challenges of middle school, PURCHASE SCHOOL aims to empower its students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

For more information, contact PURCHASE SCHOOL at (914) 630-3172 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2995 PURCHASE ST
PURCHASE, NY 10577-2596
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PURCHASE SCHOOL is a public school in PURCHASE, NY with about 315 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
315
Teachers:
24
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 315 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PURCHASE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
86.0%
Asian
5.1%
Two or more races
4.8%
Hispanic/Latino
2.5%
Black or African American
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.