Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Giffen Memorial 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Giffen Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Giffen Memorial Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Giffen Memorial Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Giffen Memorial Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4242 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
56%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giffen Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School is ranked #4242 out of 4,377 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Giffen Memorial Elementary School?
406 students attend Giffen Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Giffen Memorial Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Giffen Memorial Elementary School?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Giffen Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Giffen Memorial Elementary School part of?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Giffen Memorial Elementary School located?
Giffen Memorial Elementary School is located in the South End Groesbeckville Historic District neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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