Below Average
#4123 of 4,742 schools in NY
Harmony Hill School
Elementary School · COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
MADELON K HICKEY WAY, Cohoes, NY 12047
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,123 of 4,742
In Cohoes
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Harmony Hill School
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About Harmony Hill School
Harmony Hill School is a public elementary school in Cohoes, NY, part of COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Harmony Hill School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Harmony Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,123 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Harmony Hill School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Harmony Hill 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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Harmony Hill School — Students at Harmony Hill School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
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: 3.6/10.
How Harmony Hill School Compares
See how Harmony Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
MADELON K HICKEY WAY, Cohoes, NY 12047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harmony Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Latham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cohoes, see our Cohoes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| LATHAM RIDGE SCHOOL Latham | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| VAN SCHAICK ISLAND SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Latham | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Waterford | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watervliet | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| BLUE CREEK SCHOOL Latham | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| SHAKER HIGH SCHOOL Latham | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| SHAKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Latham | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LATHAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Latham | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| A A GATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Byron, NY | 4.2 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY | 4.2 |
| CATHERINE M MCNAMARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville, NY | 4.2 |
| CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 4.2 |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove, NY | 4.2 |
| EAST NEW YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harmony Hill School
What grades does Harmony Hill School serve?
Harmony Hill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harmony Hill School?
Harmony Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harmony Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harmony Hill 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 Harmony Hill School rank in NY?
Harmony Hill School ranks #4,123 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Harmony Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harmony Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Harmony Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harmony Hill School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harmony Hill School a charter school?
No, Harmony Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harmony Hill School a Title I school?
No, Harmony Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harmony Hill School?
62.4% of students at Harmony Hill 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
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (518) 233-1900
Resources & Links
District
COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,945
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,017
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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