Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stillwater Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Stillwater Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Stillwater, NY, covering approximately 52.2 square miles. The average drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stillwater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stillwater Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stillwater 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 Stillwater Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1543 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stillwater Elementary School's ranking?
Stillwater Elementary School is ranked #1543 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Stillwater Elementary School often compared to?
Stillwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mechanicville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Stillwater Elementary School?
505 students attend Stillwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Stillwater Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stillwater Elementary School?
Stillwater Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stillwater Elementary School offer ?
Stillwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stillwater Elementary School part of?
Stillwater Elementary School is part of Stillwater Central School District.
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