Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Latham Ridge 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 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Latham Ridge School's student population of 463 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Latham Ridge 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 Latham Ridge School is 0.55, 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
#1462 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Latham Ridge School's ranking?
Latham Ridge School is ranked #1462 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Latham Ridge School often compared to?
Latham Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forts Ferry School, Boght Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Latham Ridge School?
463 students attend Latham Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Latham Ridge School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Latham Ridge School?
Latham Ridge School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Latham Ridge School offer ?
Latham Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Latham Ridge School part of?
Latham Ridge School is part of North Colonie Csd School District.
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