Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Forts Ferry School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forts Ferry School's student population of 444 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forts Ferry School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forts Ferry School is 0.62, 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
#1426 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
57%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forts Ferry School's ranking?
Forts Ferry School is ranked #1426 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Forts Ferry School often compared to?
Forts Ferry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boght Hills School, Latham Ridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Forts Ferry School?
444 students attend Forts Ferry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Forts Ferry School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forts Ferry School?
Forts Ferry School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Forts Ferry School offer ?
Forts Ferry School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Forts Ferry School part of?
Forts Ferry School is part of North Colonie Csd School District.
School Reviews
5 11/3/2022
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