Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Okte Elementary School ranks in the top 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 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: OKTE Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Clifton Park, NY, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Okte Elementary School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Campus Size
232 acres
School Motto
'Always Moving Forward'
School Rankings
Okte Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okte Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1562 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. 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 Okte Elementary School's ranking?
Okte Elementary School is ranked #1562 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Okte Elementary School often compared to?
Okte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arongen Elementary School, Skano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Okte Elementary School?
519 students attend Okte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Okte Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Okte Elementary School?
Okte Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Okte Elementary School offer ?
Okte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Okte Elementary School part of?
Okte Elementary School is part of Shenendehowa Central School District.
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