Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carroll Hill 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carroll Hill School serves the southwest part of Troy, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carroll Hill School's student population of 325 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Carroll Hill 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 Carroll Hill School is 0.75, which is more 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
#4134 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
24%
15%
White
33%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll Hill School's ranking?
Carroll Hill School is ranked #4134 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Carroll Hill School often compared to?
Carroll Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Rensselaer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Carroll Hill School?
325 students attend Carroll Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Carroll Hill School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carroll Hill School?
Carroll Hill School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carroll Hill School offer ?
Carroll Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carroll Hill School part of?
Carroll Hill School is part of Troy City School District.
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