Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Scotland 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Scotland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
New Scotland Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Scotland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Scotland Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2875 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
25%
16%
White
35%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Scotland Elementary School's ranking?
New Scotland Elementary School is ranked #2875 out of 4,377 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend New Scotland Elementary School?
465 students attend New Scotland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of New Scotland Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Scotland Elementary School?
New Scotland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Scotland Elementary School offer ?
New Scotland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Scotland Elementary School part of?
New Scotland Elementary School is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is New Scotland Elementary School located?
New Scotland Elementary School is located in the New Scotland neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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