Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Chambers 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chambers School serves the northeast part of Kingston, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.4 miles and the furthest edge located 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chambers School's student population of 306 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
171 acres
School Motto
We Inspire. We Educate. We Graduate.
School Rankings
Chambers 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 Chambers School is 0.68, 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
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chambers School's ranking?
Chambers School is ranked #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Chambers School often compared to?
Chambers Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E R Crosby Elementary School, Harry L Edson School, Ernest C Myer 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Chambers School?
306 students attend Chambers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Chambers School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chambers School?
Chambers School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chambers School offer ?
Chambers School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chambers School part of?
Chambers School is part of Kingston City School District.
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