Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Rensselaer Elementary 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 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Rensselaer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Van Rensselaer Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Rensselaer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Rensselaer Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#3796 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
49%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Rensselaer Elementary School's ranking?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is ranked #3796 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Van Rensselaer Elementary School often compared to?
Van Rensselaer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
505 students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Van Rensselaer Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Rensselaer Elementary School offer ?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Rensselaer Elementary School part of?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is part of Rensselaer City School District.
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