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Blue Creek School

Elementary School · NORTH COLONIE CSD

100 CLINTON RD, Latham, NY 12110

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,871 of 4,742

In Latham

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

NORTH COLONIE CSD

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Blue Creek School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Latham · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Blue Creek School

Blue Creek School is a public elementary school in Latham, NY, part of NORTH COLONIE CSD. Blue Creek School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,871 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Blue Creek School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-13.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,500
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Blue Creek School — Students at Blue Creek School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (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
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
70.4%
2022
Math
39.7%
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Blue Creek School Compares

See how Blue Creek School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in NY
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

Location

100 CLINTON RD, Latham, NY 12110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST GREGORYS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Loudonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Cohoes), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Latham, see our Latham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SHAKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Latham 0.3 mi 7.3
SHAKER HIGH SCHOOL Latham 0.3 mi 8.0
LATHAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Latham 0.3 mi 7.4
LATHAM RIDGE SCHOOL Latham 1.0 mi 7.2
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Latham 1.2 mi 7.5
ST GREGORYS SCHOOL Loudonville 1.7 mi 8.2
SOUTHGATE SCHOOL Loudonville 1.9 mi 7.4
ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet 1.7 mi 4.7
LOUDONVILLE SCHOOL Loudonville 2.4 mi 7.1
WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watervliet 1.8 mi 5.1
BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes 2.4 mi 7.5
FORTS FERRY SCHOOL Latham 2.2 mi 7.3
WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet 2.0 mi 4.0
SHAKER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 2.7 mi 6.5
HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes 2.8 mi 4.2
COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes 2.9 mi 6.9
COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes 2.9 mi 5.4
ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes 2.9 mi 4.8
MENANDS SCHOOL Menands 3.8 mi 6.2
PS 16 Troy 3.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,839

Median Home Value

$306,100

Median Rent

$1,431/mo

Population

19,969

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

39.9

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AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD Bronx, NY 5.8
ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY 5.8
BARCLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brockport, NY 5.8
BEEKMAN SCHOOL Poughquag, NY 5.8
BROOKLYN GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Creek School

What grades does Blue Creek School serve?

Blue Creek School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Blue Creek School?

Blue Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Creek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Creek School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blue Creek School rank in NY?

Blue Creek School ranks #2,871 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Blue Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Blue Creek School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blue Creek School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Blue Creek School a charter school?

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

Is Blue Creek School a Title I school?

No, Blue Creek School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blue Creek School?

34.6% of students at Blue Creek 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Albany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

NORTH COLONIE CSD
District Enrollment
6,109
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,500
District Rank
#8 of 8

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