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#1330 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 28% in state

Castleton Elementary School

Elementary School · SCHODACK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

80 SCOTT AVE, Castleton, NY 12033

Enrollment

442

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,330 of 4,742

In Castleton

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

SCHODACK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Castleton Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Castleton · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Castleton Elementary School

Castleton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Castleton, NY, part of SCHODACK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Castleton Elementary School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Castleton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,330 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Castleton Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,576
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Castleton Elementary School — Students at Castleton Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
82%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
57.6%
ELA
64.4%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62.2%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Castleton Elementary School Compares

See how Castleton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in NY
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

Location

80 SCOTT AVE, Castleton, NY 12033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Castleton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Glenmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Delmar), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CITIZEN EDMOND GENET SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby East Greenbush), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Castleton, see our Castleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MAPLE HILL JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Castleton 1.9 mi 5.9
ALBERTUS W BECKER SCHOOL Selkirk 3.5 mi 6.0
HOWARD L GOFF SCHOOL East Greenbush 4.4 mi 7.7
GREEN MEADOW SCHOOL Castleton 3.8 mi 7.1
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL East Greenbush 4.8 mi 4.6
PIETER B COEYMANS SCHOOL Coeymans 4.7 mi 5.5
RENSSELAER-COLUMBIA-GREENE BOCES Castleton 4.6 mi 5.0
CITIZEN EDMOND GENET SCHOOL East Greenbush 5.3 mi 7.7
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ravena 4.5 mi 5.3
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ravena 4.5 mi 8.0
GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenmont 5.7 mi 8.5
MT. MORIAH ACADEMY Glenmont 6.0 mi 6.0
RED MILL SCHOOL Rensselaer 6.4 mi 6.8
KIPP ALBANY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Albany 7.4 mi 1.9
HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar 6.7 mi 8.0
COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL East Greenbush 7.2 mi 8.1
GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 7.7 mi 3.0
GREEN TECH HIGH CHARTER SCHOOL Albany 7.9 mi 3.4
DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albany 7.9 mi 3.3
BISHOP MAGINN HIGH SCHOOL Albany 8.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,808

Median Home Value

$267,500

Median Rent

$1,380/mo

Population

7,772

College Educated

34.7%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

49.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ABRAHAM LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamestown, NY 7.4
ANTHONY ALFANO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Islip, NY 7.4
BLOOMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield, NY 7.4
CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place, NY 7.4
COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield, NY 7.4
DUZINE SCHOOL New Paltz, NY 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Castleton Elementary School

What grades does Castleton Elementary School serve?

Castleton Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Castleton Elementary School?

Castleton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Castleton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Castleton Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Castleton Elementary School rank in NY?

Castleton Elementary School ranks #1,330 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Castleton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Castleton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Castleton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Castleton Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Castleton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Castleton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Castleton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castleton Elementary School?

23.5% of students at Castleton Elementary 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rensselaer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

SCHODACK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
871
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,576
District Rank
#1 of 2

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