Best Schools in Ballston Lake, New York
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Ballston Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Chango Elementary School
Elementary · Shenendehowa Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Francis L Stevens Elementary School
Elementary · Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Charlton Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ballston Lake for 2026 are Chango Elementary School (8.5/10), Francis L Stevens Elementary School (8.1/10), and Charlton Heights Elementary School (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$381,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$381,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ballston Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chango Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Francis L Stevens Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Charlton Heights Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $116,329
- Median home value
- $381,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 54%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ballston Lake compares
New York rank
#41 of 475
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.6
above New York avg (6.2)
Median household income
$116k
125% of New York median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Ballston Lake, New York
Ballston Lake, New York is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Ballston Lake perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ballston Lake is Chango Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ballston Lake is served by 2 school districts: BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, SHENENDEHOWA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 12,475 students.
Ballston Lake's community shows 54% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $116,329. The poverty rate in the area is 3.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 490 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 485 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 |
| 3 | 476 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
Schools in Ballston Lake
Ballston Lake, New York · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$116,329
Median Home Value
$381,900
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
Population
15,683
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Community Profile
Ballston Lake has a median household income of $116,329. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $381,900, with a median rent of $1,191/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Ballston Lake, New York
How many schools are in Ballston Lake, New York?
Ballston Lake has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ballston Lake, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ballston Lake is 7.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ballston Lake, New York?
The top-ranked school in Ballston Lake on MySchoolScout is Chango Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ballston Lake, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ballston Lake on MySchoolScout is Chango Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Ballston Lake, New York?
Ballston Lake is served by 2 school districts: Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Central School District, Shenendehowa Central School District.
What is the education level in Ballston Lake, New York?
According to Census data, 54% of adults in Ballston Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ballston Lake, New York?
The median household income in Ballston Lake is approximately $116,329 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ballston Lake, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ballston Lake is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ballston Lake, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.