Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Latham Ridge 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Latham Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Latham Ridge School's student population of 451 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Latham Ridge School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Latham Ridge School is 0.55, 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
#1846 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
64%
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
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 Latham Ridge School's ranking?
Latham Ridge School is ranked #1846 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Latham Ridge School often compared to?
Latham Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forts Ferry School, Boght Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Latham Ridge School?
451 students attend Latham Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Latham Ridge School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Latham Ridge School?
Latham Ridge School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Latham Ridge School offer ?
Latham Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Latham Ridge School part of?
Latham Ridge School is part of North Colonie Csd School District.
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