Edgemont School District

What Edgemont School District does

Edgemont School District (legally Edgemont Union Free School District) is a public K-12 governmental entity headquartered at 300 White Oak Lane, Scarsdale, New York, serving resident families in Westchester County. It operates three schools—Greenville Elementary School, Seely Place Elementary School, and Edgemont Junior-Senior High School—delivering comprehensive education from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside an interscholastic athletics program, the All Means All equity initiative, and the Profile of an Edgemont Graduate competency framework. The district's 2026-27 proposed operating budget of $77,409,438 is funded primarily by a local property tax levy of $64,229,035, augmented by New York State Foundation Aid, federal stimulus allocations, NYS Universal Pre-Kindergarten grants, non-resident tuition ($32,731 K-6; $43,644 grades 7-12), and food services revenue under Whitsons.

Technology delivery relies on a standard K-12 ed-tech stack: Google Workspace (Google Classroom, Google Meet) for instructional delivery and an Emergency Remote Instruction Plan; Infinite Campus for the parent portal and student information; Finalsite for website CMS; FinalForms for athletics registration; PaySchools Central for cafeteria payments; BidNet/Empire State Purchasing Group for procurement; and HUDL plus Boxcast for athletic and ceremony video streaming. The district also partners with local childcare centers to deliver the Universal Pre-K program. Outcomes include a 99% graduation rate, high AP participation, and consistent top-tier rankings for Edgemont Jr./Sr. High School by U.S. News & World Report.

The business and operating model is that of a tax-funded public entity rather than a commercial enterprise. Approximately 99% of the operating budget is funded via property taxation and state/federal aid; tuition revenue is limited to a small selective non-resident cohort, and food service and Pre-K channels are supplementary. Governance is provided by an elected Board of Education under oversight of the New York State Education Department. As a public governmental body, Edgemont is not an investable equity, has no shareholders or ownership transactions, and does not generate profits; expansion decisions are driven by community-approved budgets and capital bond authorizations rather than by investor returns.

Name

Edgemont School District

Legal name

Edgemont Union Free School District

Website

https://edgemont.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Edgemont School District is a public K-12 governmental entity in Scarsdale, NY, operating three schools that deliver Pre-K through grade 12 education, athletics, and special programs to resident families, funded primarily by a local property tax levy and state aid.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Educational Support Services (6117)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

District Student Services Administration (Special Ed, Counseling, Health) (EDADABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialized Instruction & Resource Support (Inclusion, Pull-Out, Co-Teaching) (EDAJAKAC), Behavioral Intervention & PBIS Supports (Tiered, Gen Ed) (EDAJAGAL)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Pre-kindergarten program
• STEAM curriculum
• Interscholastic athletics
• Special education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Scarsdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Property Tax Levy: Primary revenue source: approximately $64.2 million tax levy (2026-27 budget) collected from district residents based on property values. Represents the vast majority of operational funding.
2. State Aid (Foundation Aid): Major category of state funding; Edgemont received increases of $985,729 in 2022-23 and $1,328,434 in 2023-24. Funds support instructional staff, interventions, counseling, and capital improvements.
3. Federal Stimulus Funds: ARP Act funding of $386,644 and CRRSA funding of $170,708, used for learning loss interventions (summer programs, math interventionalist) and HVAC replacement.
4. Non-Resident Tuition: Accepts limited non-resident students at tuition rates: K-6 $32,731 and 7-12 $43,644 for 2026-27. Provides supplementary revenue while maintaining selective admissions.
5. Food Services Revenue: Cafeteria services managed by Whitsons; families load funds via PaySchools Central; free/reduced lunch program available based on need.
6. New York State Universal Pre-Kindergarten Grant: State-subsidized Pre-K program offered through partner childcare centers at no cost to families for the instructional portion (9am-2pm).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Edgemont School District is a public K-12 school district that provides tuition-free education to resident students of Scarsdale, New York across three schools (two elementary and one junior/senior high school), supplemented by a free NYS Universal Pre-Kindergarten program for 4-year-olds and limited paid non-resident enrollment. The district delivers a college-preparatory academic program with AP coursework, K-12 STEAM integration, the All Means All equity and inclusion initiative, special education and English language learner services, a comprehensive interscholastic athletics program, and the Profile of an Edgemont Graduate competency framework, with a 99% graduation rate and top national rankings from U.S. News & World Report.

Product overview

Edgemont School District is a public K-12 educational institution operating as a unified school district with three schools: Greenville Elementary, Seely Place Elementary, and Edgemont Jr./Sr. High School. The district offers a comprehensive educational portfolio spanning Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12, anchored by core academic programs enhanced by specialized initiatives including the K-12 STEAM Program, the All Means All equity and inclusion initiative, and the Profile of an Edgemont Graduate framework. The district provides additional services including interscholastic athletics across multiple seasons, summer reading programs, special education services, and an Emergency Remote Instruction Plan for continuity during emergencies. The district operates under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton and is governed by a Board of Education, with a proposed 2026-27 budget of $77,409,438.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pre-Kindergarten Program Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program offered in partnership with local childcare centers, providing free full-day instructional services for children who turn four by December 31, operating from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. following the district school calendar.
• K-6 Elementary Education Elementary education program covering grades K-6 at Greenville and Seely Place elementary schools, focusing on foundational academics, STEAM integration, and social-emotional learning.
• Jr./Sr. High School Education Comprehensive middle and high school education (grades 7-12) at Edgemont Jr./Sr. High School, featuring AP courses, STEAM programs, athletics, and a 99% graduation rate.
• Non-Resident Tuition Program Limited K-12 enrollment for non-resident students based on competitive application review, with annual tuition of $32,731 (K-6) and $43,644 (7-12) for 2026-27, billable in full or in two installments with a 5% fee on outstanding January balances.
• Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services Specialized instruction, related services (speech, counseling, occupational therapy), accommodations, and individualized education program (IEP) support for students with disabilities.
• Interscholastic Athletics Program Comprehensive athletic program offering varsity, junior varsity, and modified sports across fall, winter, and spring seasons including football, soccer, basketball, swimming, tennis, lacrosse, wrestling, baseball, and track and field, with live streaming via HUDL.
• School Food Services Daily cafeteria services managed by Whitsons Cafeteria Services, with family-funded accounts via PaySchools Central and a free/reduced lunch program for qualifying families.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% graduation rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Whitsons Cafeteria ServicescoreOthersWhitsons manages daily food service operations for the district cafeteria. District employs Food Service Director Mary Vanzo to oversee operations. Services include lunch service with free/reduced lunch program for qualifying families.
• Local Childcare Centers (Pre-K Partners)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe district partners with local childcare centers to operate Universal Pre-Kindergarten program through NYS UPK grant. Third-party providers manage daily operations under curriculum oversight from Edgemont's Assistant Superintendent. RFP process used to select partners.
• Mount Vernon City School District (Athletics Hosting)minorOthersEdgemont's Varsity Boys Swimming team uses Ardsley Middle School Pool due to host school capacity. Partnership allows expanded swimming program access.
• Edgemont Marymount Pool (Athletics)minorOthersEdgemont's Varsity Girls Swimming uses EF Marymount Pool for home meets and practices.
• Game On Golf Center (Ardsley)minorOthersEdgemont Varsity Boys and Girls Golf teams practice at Game On Golf Center in Ardsley.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves18 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Chappaqua Central School District: Northern Westchester K-12 district serving Chappaqua and Millwood. Comparable in size and demographics, with high graduation rates and competitive academic programming.
• Bronxville Union Free School District: Small, high-performing K-12 district in Southern Westchester with comparable per-pupil funding levels and consistently top-ranked graduation outcomes. Similar property-tax-funded operating model.
• Mamaroneck Union Free School District: Southern Westchester K-12 district with comparable enrollment scale, similar property-tax funding model, and overlapping special education / ELL service offerings.
• Harrison Central School District: Westchester K-12 district with similar enrollment, property-tax-funded operations, and competitive athletics programs. Overlapping labor market for teachers and administrators.
• Scarsdale Union Free School District: Geographically co-located in Scarsdale, NY; serves a similar affluent Westchester demographic with comparable top-ranked academic outcomes and AP participation. Operates three schools with overlapping curricular structure and STEAM emphases.
• Byram Hills Central School District: Neighboring Northern Westchester K-12 district serving Armonk and surrounding communities with similar demographic profile. Comparable in size, tax-base structure, and high academic outcomes; competes directly for resident family retention.
• Pleasantville Union Free School District: Smaller Westchester K-12 district with comparable STEAM and Profile-of-Graduate-style curricular frameworks. Competes for the same regional applicant pool for non-resident enrollment.
• Rye City School District: Coastal Westchester K-12 district with similar demographics, comparable high graduation rates, and strong STEAM/athletics programs. Direct competitor for both resident retention and non-resident tuition applicants.

Regional players

• Ardsley Union Free School District: Adjacent Westchester K-12 district serving Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, and Irvington; smaller scale than Edgemont but competes in shared athletic conferences and for regional staff.
• Ossining Union Free School District: Westchester K-12 district serving Ossining and Briarcliff Manor; operates Universal Pre-K and similar state-aid-funded programs. Different demographic profile but overlaps in special education and UPK delivery models.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/edgemontpanthersathletics
• Instagraminstagram.com/edgemontathletics
• Xx.com/Edgemontsupt

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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