Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rensselaer Park 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 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Troy, NY, encompassing approximately 13.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rensselaer Park Elementary School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride In Achievement
School Rankings
Rensselaer Park 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 Rensselaer Park Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#4076 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rensselaer Park Elementary School's ranking?
Rensselaer Park Elementary School is ranked #4076 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rensselaer Park Elementary School often compared to?
Rensselaer Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoosic Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Rensselaer Park Elementary School?
419 students attend Rensselaer Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Rensselaer Park Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rensselaer Park Elementary School?
Rensselaer Park Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rensselaer Park Elementary School offer ?
Rensselaer Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rensselaer Park Elementary School part of?
Rensselaer Park Elementary School is part of Lansingburgh Central School District.
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