Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mechanicville 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mechanicville Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mechanicville school district, covering approximately 17.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mechanicville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mechanicville Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating today's youth to be tomorrow's leaders.
School Rankings
Mechanicville 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 Mechanicville Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2767 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
90%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Red Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mechanicville Elementary School's ranking?
Mechanicville Elementary School is ranked #2767 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mechanicville Elementary School often compared to?
Mechanicville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stillwater Elementary School, Tanglewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mechanicville Elementary School?
598 students attend Mechanicville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mechanicville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mechanicville Elementary School?
Mechanicville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mechanicville Elementary School offer ?
Mechanicville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mechanicville Elementary School part of?
Mechanicville Elementary School is part of Mechanicville City School District.
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