Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Giffen Memorial 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 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Giffen Memorial Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Giffen Memorial 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 Giffen Memorial Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#4287 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
54%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Giffen Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giffen Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School is ranked #4287 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Giffen Memorial Elementary School?
387 students attend Giffen Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Giffen Memorial Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Giffen Memorial Elementary School?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Giffen Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Giffen Memorial Elementary School part of?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Giffen Memorial Elementary School located?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School is located in the South End Groesbeckville Historic District neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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