Below Average
#3770 of 4,742 schools in NY
Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication
Elementary School · AMSTERDAM CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
9 BRICE ST, Amsterdam, NY 12010
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,770 of 4,742
In Amsterdam
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
AMSTERDAM CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication
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About Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication
Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication is a public elementary school in Amsterdam, NY, part of AMSTERDAM CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,770 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
52% of students at Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication 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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Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication — Students at Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 7.0/10.
How Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication Compares
See how Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9 BRICE ST, Amsterdam, NY 12010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLENDAAL SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Scotia), which scores notably higher. Another option is FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Fonda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSEPH HENRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Galway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Amsterdam, see our Amsterdam schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,013
Median Home Value
$161,500
Median Rent
$952/mo
Population
27,339
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication
What grades does Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication serve?
Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication?
Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication?
The student-teacher ratio at Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication rank in NY?
Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication ranks #3,770 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication's MySchoolScout rating?
Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication a charter school?
No, Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication a Title I school?
No, Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (518) 843-2871
Resources & Links
District
AMSTERDAM CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,748
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,729
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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