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Below Average

#3717 of 4,742 schools in NY

Abram Lansing School

Elementary School · COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

26 JAMES ST, Cohoes, NY 12047

Enrollment

320

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,717 of 4,742

In Cohoes

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Abram Lansing School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Cohoes · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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6.9/10

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About Abram Lansing School

Abram Lansing School is a public elementary school in Cohoes, NY, part of COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Abram Lansing School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Abram Lansing School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,717 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Abram Lansing School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Abram Lansing School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-33.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,017
Chronic Absenteeism43.8%

Abram Lansing School — Students at Abram Lansing School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 37.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
43.3%
ELA
45.3%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
26.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Abram Lansing School Compares

See how Abram Lansing School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in NY
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.8%

Location

26 JAMES ST, Cohoes, NY 12047

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abram Lansing School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Latham), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cohoes, see our Cohoes schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes 0.1 mi 5.4
COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes 0.7 mi 6.9
HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes 0.8 mi 4.2
VAN SCHAICK ISLAND SCHOOL Cohoes 1.1 mi 5.8
ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet 1.5 mi 4.7
HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island 1.9 mi 5.2
WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet 2.2 mi 4.0
LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Troy 1.7 mi 7.4
KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy 1.7 mi 3.5
LATHAM RIDGE SCHOOL Latham 2.0 mi 7.2
RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy 1.8 mi 3.7
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Waterford 2.2 mi 7.3
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Troy 2.0 mi 6.4
WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watervliet 2.6 mi 5.1
PS 2 Troy 2.3 mi 5.7
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Latham 2.4 mi 7.5
TURNPIKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy 2.6 mi 3.7
BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes 2.5 mi 7.5
BLUE CREEK SCHOOL Latham 2.9 mi 5.8
WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waterford 3.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,970

Median Home Value

$237,200

Median Rent

$1,213/mo

Population

23,406

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

47.3%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

37.3

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GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn, NY 4.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abram Lansing School

What grades does Abram Lansing School serve?

Abram Lansing School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Abram Lansing School?

Abram Lansing School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abram Lansing School?

The student-teacher ratio at Abram Lansing School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abram Lansing School rank in NY?

Abram Lansing School ranks #3,717 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Abram Lansing School's MySchoolScout rating?

Abram Lansing School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Abram Lansing School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abram Lansing School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Abram Lansing School a charter school?

No, Abram Lansing School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Abram Lansing School a Title I school?

No, Abram Lansing School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Abram Lansing School?

76.2% of students at Abram Lansing School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Albany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.8%

District

COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,945
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,017
District Rank
#4 of 5

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