Below Average
#4048 of 4,742 schools in NY
Pine Hills Elementary School
Elementary School · ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
41 N ALLEN ST, Albany, NY 12203
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,048 of 4,742
In Albany
#21 of 32
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Pine Hills Elementary School
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About Pine Hills Elementary School
Pine Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Albany, NY, part of ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pine Hills Elementary School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,048 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Pine Hills Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Pine Hills 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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Pine Hills Elementary School — Students at Pine Hills Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
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: 4.0/10.
How Pine Hills Elementary School Compares
See how Pine Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
41 N ALLEN ST, Albany, NY 12203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CATHERINE'S CTR FOR CHILDREN R & E MAY SCHOOL Albany | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LASALLE SCHOOL Albany | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| LA SALLE SCHOOL Albany | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL Albany | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST ANNE INSTITUTE Albany | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Albany | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Albany | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL Albany | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| ROOTS ACADEMY AT WEST HILL Albany | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL Albany | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| NEIL HELLMAN SCHOOL/NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY SERVICE Albany | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Albany | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| LANGAN SCHOOL/CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES Albany | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT Albany | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NYS DEPT OF CORRECTIONS PLACEMENT Albany | 1.2 mi | — |
| ALBANY ACADEMIES Albany | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CASTLE ISLAND BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Albany | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,055
Median Home Value
$258,800
Median Rent
$1,342/mo
Population
30,080
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMBER CHARTER SCHOOL EAST HARLEM New York, NY | 4.3 |
| ANNA MERRITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 4.3 |
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon, NY | 4.3 |
| CANDOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Candor, NY | 4.3 |
| CLIFFORD WISE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Medina, NY | 4.3 |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine Hills Elementary School
What grades does Pine Hills Elementary School serve?
Pine Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pine Hills Elementary School?
Pine Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Hills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine Hills Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pine Hills Elementary School rank in NY?
Pine Hills Elementary School ranks #4,048 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Pine Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pine Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Pine Hills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Hills Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pine Hills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pine Hills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pine Hills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pine Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Hills Elementary School?
63.4% of students at Pine Hills 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
- 347
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (518) 475-6725
Resources & Links
District
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,329
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,688
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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