Very Good
#1425 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Hillside School
Elementary School · NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1100 CORNELIUS AVE, Schenectady, NY 12309
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,425 of 4,742
In Schenectady
#7 of 32
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Hillside School
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About Hillside School
Hillside School is a public elementary school in Schenectady, NY, part of NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hillside School serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,425 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Hillside School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Hillside School — Students at Hillside School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.6%
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: 6.8/10.
How Hillside School Compares
See how Hillside School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 CORNELIUS AVE, Schenectady, NY 12309
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSENDALE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Schenectady, see our Schenectady schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR WORLD MONTESSORI Niskayuna | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST KATERI PARISH SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PAIGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
| CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ONEIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| BROWN SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ROSENDALE SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| BRIGHT HOPE ACADEMY CENTER Schenectady | 2.0 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME-BISHOP GIBBONS SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| WILLIAM C KEANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| YATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,830
Median Home Value
$301,100
Median Rent
$1,472/mo
Population
32,996
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
82.7%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
41.7
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|---|---|
| AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 7.3 |
| ALDEN PRIMARY AT TOWNLINE Alden, NY | 7.3 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick, NY | 7.3 |
| CANISTEO-GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canisteo, NY | 7.3 |
| CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillside School
What grades does Hillside School serve?
Hillside School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hillside School?
Hillside School has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillside School rank in NY?
Hillside School ranks #1,425 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Hillside School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Hillside School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hillside School a charter school?
No, Hillside School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillside School a Title I school?
No, Hillside School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillside School?
23.6% of students at Hillside 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
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Schenectady County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.7%
- Phone
- (518) 377-1856
Resources & Links
District
NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,363
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,046
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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