Orenda Elementary School

Orenda Elementary School serves 538 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Clifton Park's affluent suburban community. With 38 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning an impressive 8.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 91st percentile statewide at #441 out of 4,758 New York elementary schools.

Students consistently excel in core subjects, with 86% achieving proficiency or above in math and 77% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels. Located at 970 Route 146, Orenda Elementary sits in ZIP code 12065, where the median household income reaches $112,512 and home values average $335,600. The community is highly educated, with 54% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 3.0%.

This strong socioeconomic foundation, combined with a population of over 44,000 residents, creates a stable and supportive environment for learning. The school benefits from its location in Saratoga County's large suburban setting, where families prioritize education and community engagement creates an atmosphere conducive to academic achievement.