Needs Improvement
#4594 of 4,742 schools in NY
Balmville School
Elementary School · NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
5144 RT 9W, Newburgh, NY 12550
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,594 of 4,742
In Newburgh
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Balmville School
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About Balmville School
Balmville School is a public elementary school in Newburgh, NY, part of NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Balmville School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Balmville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,594 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Balmville School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Balmville School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Balmville 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
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Balmville School — Students at Balmville School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.8/10.
How Balmville School Compares
See how Balmville School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5144 RT 9W, Newburgh, NY 12550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Balmville School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Beacon), which scores notably higher. Another option is TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newburgh, see our Newburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GIDNEY AVENUE MEMORIAL SCHOOL Newburgh | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| HORIZON-ON-THE-HUDSON SCHOOL Newburgh | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY Newburgh | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| FOSTERTOWN SCHOOL Newburgh | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| GARDNERTOWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| SOUTH AVENUE SCHOOL Beacon | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| BEACON HIGH SCHOOL Beacon | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ROMBOUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Beacon | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SARGENT SCHOOL Beacon | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New Windsor | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MEADOW HILL SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL New Windsor | 4.4 mi | 8.1 |
| BLOOMING GROVE ACADEMY LLC New Windsor | 4.9 mi | — |
| MARLBORO CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Marlboro | 5.0 mi | 7.9 |
| KAPLAN CAREER ACADEMY New Windsor | 5.3 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,019
Median Home Value
$297,400
Median Rent
$1,466/mo
Population
54,996
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
55.8%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
37.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| BEAVER RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beaver Falls, NY | 3.2 |
| BILINGUAL BICULTURAL SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 3.2 |
| BUCKMAN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.2 |
| CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF ROCHESTER CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 3.2 |
| GENERAL WILLIAM FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holland Patent, NY | 3.2 |
| JAMAICA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Balmville School
What grades does Balmville School serve?
Balmville School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Balmville School?
Balmville School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Balmville School?
The student-teacher ratio at Balmville School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Balmville School rank in NY?
Balmville School ranks #4,594 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Balmville School's MySchoolScout rating?
Balmville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Balmville School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Balmville School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Balmville School a charter school?
No, Balmville School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Balmville School a Title I school?
No, Balmville School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Balmville School?
56.6% of students at Balmville 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (845) 563-8550
Resources & Links
District
NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 11,227
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,963
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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