Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Rensselaer 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 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Rensselaer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Van Rensselaer Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Van Rensselaer 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 Van Rensselaer Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#3944 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
44%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
4%
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 Van Rensselaer Elementary School's ranking?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is ranked #3944 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Van Rensselaer Elementary School often compared to?
Van Rensselaer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
475 students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Van Rensselaer Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Rensselaer Elementary School offer ?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Rensselaer Elementary School part of?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is part of Rensselaer City School District.
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