Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westmere Elementary School ranks in the top 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 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westmere Elementary School serves the southeast part of Albany, NY, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westmere Elementary School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westmere 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 Westmere Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1790 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
56%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmere Elementary School's ranking?
Westmere Elementary School is ranked #1790 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Westmere Elementary School often compared to?
Westmere Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guilderland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Westmere Elementary School?
528 students attend Westmere Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Westmere Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westmere Elementary School?
Westmere Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westmere Elementary School offer ?
Westmere Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westmere Elementary School part of?
Westmere Elementary School is part of Guilderland Central School District.
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