Graham School

421 E 5TH ST MOUNT VERNON NY 10553

About Graham School

Graham School, Mount Vernon, NY, is a thriving elementary institution committed to providing quality education. We create a supportive and stimulating atmosphere where students can explore, learn, and grow. Our curriculum is designed to challenge young minds while nurturing their individual talents and fostering a love for discovery. Graham School is a proud part of the Mount Vernon educational landscape, dedicated to student success.

Contact Information

Address

421 E 5TH ST MOUNT VERNON NY 10553

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Phone

(914) 665-2800

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
34
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
28
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
425
Total Students
$132657
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 52 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Graham School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

52

of 93 in New York

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 3.8%
Asian 2.6%
Hispanic 21.9%
Black 70.8%
Two+ Races 1%
Native Am. 1%
White
3.8%
Asian
2.6%
Hispanic
21.9%
Black
70.8%
Two+ Races
1%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 425
52%
221 Female
48%
204 Male

Student Population

425 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

students are participating in the Smart Scholars Program, designed to help them prepare for high school success and future academic and career opportunities.

FAQ

Q1: Does Graham School have buses for kids? A: Yep, there are bus routes for students who qualify, so they can get to and from school safely. Q2: What can students do for fun at Graham School, Mount Vernon, NY? A: Students can get into music, art, sports, and clubs that help them grow their skills and feel good about themselves. *Q3: How does the school keep kids safe? A: Graham has locked entrances, watches the hallways, keeps an eye on the playground, and practices emergency drills to keep students safe. Q4: Can kids hang out at school before or after classes? A: They sure can. There are programs that keep kids busy, help them with homework, and watch over them, which is great for parents who work. Q5: How can parents chip in at Graham School? A: Parents can join the PTA, help out in the classroom, or support after-school stuff and fundraisers.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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