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#2359 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 50% in state
Jessie T Zoller Elementary School
Elementary School · SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1880 LANCASTER ST, Schenectady, NY 12308
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,359 of 4,742
In Schenectady
#12 of 32
public schools
In district
#3 of 15
SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Jessie T Zoller Elementary School
Jessie T Zoller Elementary School is a public elementary school in Schenectady, NY, part of SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Jessie T Zoller Elementary School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jessie T Zoller Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,359 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jessie T Zoller Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 4.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Jessie T Zoller Elementary 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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Jessie T Zoller Elementary School — Students at Jessie T Zoller Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.1%
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: 7.6/10.
How Jessie T Zoller Elementary School Compares
See how Jessie T Zoller Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1880 LANCASTER ST, Schenectady, NY 12308
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jessie T Zoller Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLSIDE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST KATERI PARISH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Schenectady, see our Schenectady schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,789
Median Home Value
$180,100
Median Rent
$1,159/mo
Population
13,985
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jessie T Zoller Elementary School
What grades does Jessie T Zoller Elementary School serve?
Jessie T Zoller Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jessie T Zoller Elementary School?
Jessie T Zoller Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jessie T Zoller Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jessie T Zoller Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jessie T Zoller Elementary School rank in NY?
Jessie T Zoller Elementary School ranks #2,359 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jessie T Zoller Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jessie T Zoller Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Jessie T Zoller Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jessie T Zoller Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jessie T Zoller Elementary School a charter school?
No, Jessie T Zoller Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jessie T Zoller Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Jessie T Zoller Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jessie T Zoller Elementary School?
66.1% of students at Jessie T Zoller 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Schenectady County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.5%
- Phone
- (518) 370-8290
Resources & Links
District
SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,185
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,147
- District Rank
- #3 of 15
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