Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Abram Lansing 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abram Lansing School serves a central area in Cohoes, NY, encompassing approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abram Lansing School's student population of 305 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abram Lansing School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abram Lansing School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3788 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
17%
15%
White
53%
39%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abram Lansing School's ranking?
Abram Lansing School is ranked #3788 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Abram Lansing School often compared to?
Abram Lansing Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Hill School, Cohoes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Abram Lansing School?
305 students attend Abram Lansing School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Abram Lansing School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abram Lansing School?
Abram Lansing School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Abram Lansing School offer ?
Abram Lansing School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abram Lansing School part of?
Abram Lansing School is part of Cohoes City School District.
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