Garden City is located twenty miles east of Manhattan in the heart of Nassau County, Long Island. Close to 3,900 students attend Garden City Public Schools in grades kindergarten through 12. There are three primary schools (grades K and 1), two elementary schools (grades 2-5), one middle school (grades 6-8), and one high school (grades 9-12). Garden City is a high-performing school district and enjoys a reputation for excellence in both academics and athletics. This reputation is maintained by a well-prepared and dedicated faculty and staff, a challenging curriculum, outstanding student performance and a community committed to educational excellence.