Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Schaick Island School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Schaick Island School serves the eastern part of Cohoes, NY, with an attendance zone spanning approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, and the furthest edge of the zone is about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Schaick Island School's student population of 124 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
124 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Schaick Island 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 Van Schaick Island School is 0.58, 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
#2238 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
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)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
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)40.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-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 Van Schaick Island School's ranking?
Van Schaick Island School is ranked #2238 out of 4,346 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?
50-59% 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 Van Schaick Island School?
124 students attend Van Schaick Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Van Schaick Island School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Schaick Island School?
Van Schaick Island School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Schaick Island School offer ?
Van Schaick Island School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Schaick Island School part of?
Van Schaick Island School is part of Cohoes City School District.
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