Very Good
#1233 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 26% in state
Boght Hills School
Elementary School · NORTH COLONIE CSD
38 DUNSBACH FERRY RD, Cohoes, NY 12047
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,233 of 4,742
In Cohoes
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
NORTH COLONIE CSD
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Boght Hills School
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About Boght Hills School
Boght Hills School is a public elementary school in Cohoes, NY, part of NORTH COLONIE CSD. Boght Hills School serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Boght Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,233 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Boght Hills School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Boght Hills School — Students at Boght Hills School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.8%
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: 7.8/10.
How Boght Hills School Compares
See how Boght Hills School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
38 DUNSBACH FERRY RD, Cohoes, NY 12047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boght Hills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST GREGORYS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Loudonville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Latham), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOUTHGATE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Loudonville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cohoes, see our Cohoes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Latham | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| FORTS FERRY SCHOOL Latham | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| LATHAM RIDGE SCHOOL Latham | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| BLUE CREEK SCHOOL Latham | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| SHAKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Latham | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| LATHAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Latham | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SHAKER HIGH SCHOOL Latham | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| LEARNING TO KNOW EDUCATIONAL CENTER Clifton Park | 3.1 mi | — |
| COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| OKTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clifton Park | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ST GREGORYS SCHOOL Loudonville | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTHGATE SCHOOL Loudonville | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watervliet | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CAP DIST JUVENILE SECURE DETENTION Albany | 3.5 mi | — |
| MOTHER TERESA ACADEMY Halfmoon | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
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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| ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place, NY | 7.5 |
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| DUDLEY SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 7.5 |
| ELBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elbridge, NY | 7.5 |
| FRANK J CARASITI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rocky Point, NY | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boght Hills School
What grades does Boght Hills School serve?
Boght Hills School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Boght Hills School?
Boght Hills School has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boght Hills School?
The student-teacher ratio at Boght Hills School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boght Hills School rank in NY?
Boght Hills School ranks #1,233 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Boght Hills School's MySchoolScout rating?
Boght Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Boght Hills School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boght Hills School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Boght Hills School a charter school?
No, Boght Hills School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boght Hills School a Title I school?
No, Boght Hills School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boght Hills School?
21.8% of students at Boght Hills 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (518) 785-0222
Resources & Links
District
NORTH COLONIE CSD- District Enrollment
- 6,109
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,500
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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