Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Seely Place School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seely Place School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Seely Place School's student population of 409 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Seely Place School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seely Place School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#108 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
45%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seely Place School's ranking?
Seely Place School is ranked #108 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Seely Place School often compared to?
Seely Place Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Seely Place School?
409 students attend Seely Place School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Seely Place School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seely Place School?
Seely Place School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seely Place School offer ?
Seely Place School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seely Place School part of?
Seely Place School is part of Edgemont Union Free School District.
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