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#1796 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 38% in state
Charlton Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
170 STAGE RD, Ballston Lake, NY 12019
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,796 of 4,742
In Ballston Lake
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Charlton Heights Elementary School
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About Charlton Heights Elementary School
Charlton Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ballston Lake, NY, part of BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Charlton Heights Elementary School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Charlton Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,796 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Charlton Heights Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Charlton Heights Elementary School — Students at Charlton Heights Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16%
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: 6.7/10.
How Charlton Heights Elementary School Compares
See how Charlton Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
170 STAGE RD, Ballston Lake, NY 12019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charlton Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLENDAAL SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Scotia), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANCIS L STEVENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Scotia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ballston Lake, see our Ballston Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KETCHUM-GRANDE SCHOOL OF THE CHARLTON SCHOOL. Burnt Hills | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL Scotia | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PASHLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scotia | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| RICHARD H O'ROURKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Burnt Hills | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GLENDAAL SCHOOL Scotia | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burnt Hills | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scotia | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANCIS L STEVENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| GLENCLIFF SCHOOL Rexford | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Scotia | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| SCOTIA-GLENVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scotia | 5.2 mi | 8.3 |
| YATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 5.4 mi | 4.2 |
| SACANDAGA SCHOOL Scotia | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MEKEEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotia | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SCOTIA-GLENVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Scotia | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 5.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ONEIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| DESTINE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Schenectady | 6.5 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 6.5 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,329
Median Home Value
$381,900
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
Population
15,683
College Educated
53.6%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
46
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany, NY | 6.9 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.9 |
| BROOKLYN AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 6.9 |
| CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium, NY | 6.9 |
| CARYL E ADAMS PRIMARY SCHOOL Whitney Point, NY | 6.9 |
| CASIMIR PULASKI SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charlton Heights Elementary School
What grades does Charlton Heights Elementary School serve?
Charlton Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Charlton Heights Elementary School?
Charlton Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charlton Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charlton Heights Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charlton Heights Elementary School rank in NY?
Charlton Heights Elementary School ranks #1,796 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Charlton Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charlton Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Charlton Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charlton Heights Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Charlton Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, Charlton Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charlton Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Charlton Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charlton Heights Elementary School?
16.0% of students at Charlton Heights 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Saratoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (518) 399-9141
Resources & Links
District
BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,147
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,045
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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