Serving 8 students in grades 6-11, Geller House School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in NY)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geller House School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Geller House School's student population of 8 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Geller House School is 0.63, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
50%
16%
White
25%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Geller House School?
8 students attend Geller House School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Geller House School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geller House School?
Geller House School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Geller House School offer ?
Geller House School offers enrollment in grades 6-11 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Geller House School part of?
Geller House School is part of Hawthorne-Cedar Knolls Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Geller House School located?
Geller House School is located in the Concord neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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