Needs Improvement
#4558 of 4,742 schools in NY
Delaware Community School
Elementary School · ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
43 BERTHA ST, Albany, NY 12209
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,558 of 4,742
In Albany
#29 of 32
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Delaware Community School
Delaware Community School is a public elementary school in Albany, NY, part of ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Delaware Community School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Delaware Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,558 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Delaware Community School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Delaware Community 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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Delaware Community School — Students at Delaware Community School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
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: 3.4/10.
How Delaware Community School Compares
See how Delaware Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
43 BERTHA ST, Albany, NY 12209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delaware Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS S O'BRIEN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,642
Median Home Value
$200,800
Median Rent
$1,165/mo
Population
10,754
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
66.1%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delaware Community School
What grades does Delaware Community School serve?
Delaware Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Delaware Community School?
Delaware Community School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delaware Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Delaware Community School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Delaware Community School rank in NY?
Delaware Community School ranks #4,558 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Delaware Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Delaware Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Delaware Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Delaware Community School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Delaware Community School a charter school?
No, Delaware Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delaware Community School a Title I school?
No, Delaware Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delaware Community School?
72.7% of students at Delaware Community 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
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (518) 475-6750
Resources & Links
District
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,329
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,688
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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