Turnpike Elementary School serves 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 60%).
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), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 55%
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 1% in NY)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turnpike Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Turnpike 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)55%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)51%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
21%
15%
White
52%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Turnpike Elementary School often compared to?
Turnpike Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Troy Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Turnpike Elementary School?
542 students attend Turnpike Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Turnpike Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turnpike Elementary School?
Turnpike Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turnpike Elementary School offer ?
Turnpike Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turnpike Elementary School part of?
Turnpike Elementary School is part of Lansingburgh Central School District.
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