Excellent
#175 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 4% in state
Elsmere Elementary School
Elementary School · BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
247 DELAWARE AVE, Delmar, NY 12054
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#175 of 4,742
In Delmar
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Elsmere Elementary School
Elementary School in Delmar · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Elsmere Elementary School
Elsmere Elementary School is a public elementary school in Delmar, NY, part of BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Elsmere Elementary School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Elsmere Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Elsmere Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Elsmere Elementary School — Students at Elsmere Elementary School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.3%
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: 8.7/10.
How Elsmere Elementary School Compares
See how Elsmere Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
247 DELAWARE AVE, Delmar, NY 12054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elsmere Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Glenmont), with a comparable rating. Another option is HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Delmar, see our Delmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHLEHEM CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Delmar | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Delmar | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ACADEMY OF THE HOLY NAMES Albany | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| LANGAN SCHOOL/CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES Albany | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Albany | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Albany | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| MT. MORIAH ACADEMY Glenmont | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenmont | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Delmar | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ALBANY ACADEMIES Albany | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SLINGERLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT Albany | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Albany | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| NEIL HELLMAN SCHOOL/NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY SERVICE Albany | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albany | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,684
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
16,988
College Educated
68.4%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
45.4
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| MUSCOTA New York, NY | 8.8 |
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| GREENWOOD LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood Lake, NY | 8.9 |
| HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Old Westbury, NY | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 6 Bronx, NY | 8.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elsmere Elementary School
What grades does Elsmere Elementary School serve?
Elsmere Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Elsmere Elementary School?
Elsmere Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elsmere Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elsmere Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elsmere Elementary School rank in NY?
Elsmere Elementary School ranks #175 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Elsmere Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elsmere Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Elsmere Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elsmere Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elsmere Elementary School a charter school?
No, Elsmere Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elsmere Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Elsmere Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elsmere Elementary School?
11.3% of students at Elsmere 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
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (518) 439-4996
Resources & Links
District
BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,130
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,894
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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