GENERAL HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GENERAL HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in UTICA, NY with about 721 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 41 teachers, GENERAL HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

GENERAL HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Utica, New York, serving students within the Utica City School District. Situated on Keyes Road, the school is part of a larger urban district committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for a diverse student population. Like many schools in the Utica City School District, General Herkimer focuses on foundational academic development, aiming to prepare students for success in middle school through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects, literacy, and numeracy.

The school functions as a community hub that prioritizes student growth, social-emotional development, and academic achievement. By utilizing the resources provided through the Utica City School District, General Herkimer works to meet the varying needs of its students, often implementing state-mandated learning standards while integrating initiatives to support families and the local community. For families looking for specific information regarding school policies, calendars, or administrative contact details, the district’s official website serves as the primary resource for engagement and communication.

For more information, contact GENERAL HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (315) 368-6600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.