Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gordon Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gordon Creek Elementary School serves the southern part of Ballston Spa, NY, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 18.5 square miles. Families in the area typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gordon Creek Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A National PTA School of Excellence
School Rankings
Gordon Creek 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 Gordon Creek Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2344 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Gordon Creek Elementary School is ranked #2344 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gordon Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Gordon Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malta Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gordon Creek Elementary School?
451 students attend Gordon Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gordon Creek Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon Creek Elementary School?
Gordon Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gordon Creek Elementary School offer ?
Gordon Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gordon Creek Elementary School part of?
Gordon Creek Elementary School is part of Ballston Spa Central School District.
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