Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chateaugay 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chateaugay Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chateaugay, NY, encompassing approximately 126.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the nearest areas being about 6.1 miles away and the furthest edge extending up to 15.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chateaugay Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chateaugay Elementary 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 Chateaugay Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#2894 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
n/a
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
98%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chateaugay Elementary School's ranking?
Chateaugay Elementary School is ranked #2894 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Chateaugay Elementary School?
338 students attend Chateaugay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Chateaugay Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chateaugay Elementary School?
Chateaugay Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chateaugay Elementary School offer ?
Chateaugay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chateaugay Elementary School part of?
Chateaugay Elementary School is part of Chateaugay Central School District.
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