Very Good
#1334 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 28% in state
PS 16
Elementary School · TROY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
475 1ST ST, Troy, NY 12180
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,334 of 4,742
In Troy
#5 of 16
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
TROY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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PS 16
Elementary School in Troy · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About PS 16
PS 16 is a public elementary school in Troy, NY, part of TROY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. PS 16 serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. PS 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,334 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for PS 16 show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, PS 16 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at PS 16 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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PS 16 — Students at PS 16 score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62%
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: 8.0/10.
How PS 16 Compares
See how PS 16 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
475 1ST ST, Troy, NY 12180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering PS 16 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELL TOP SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 14 (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Troy, see our Troy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP TROY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Troy | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL Troy | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| LA SALLE INSTITUTE Troy | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watervliet | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 14 Troy | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| SUSAN ODELL TAYLOR SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Troy | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL Troy | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Troy | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 2 Troy | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| GARDNER-DICKINSON SCHOOL Wynantskill | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MENANDS SCHOOL Menands | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 18 Troy | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wynantskill | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,767
Median Home Value
$233,000
Median Rent
$1,188/mo
Population
54,071
College Educated
40.1%
Homeownership
47.5%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLOOMFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield, NY | 7.4 |
| CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Carle Place, NY | 7.4 |
| DUZINE SCHOOL New Paltz, NY | 7.4 |
| ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE New York, NY | 7.4 |
| EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia, NY | 7.4 |
| GARDEN CITY PARK SCHOOL Garden City Park, NY | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about PS 16
What grades does PS 16 serve?
PS 16 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend PS 16?
PS 16 has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at PS 16?
The student-teacher ratio at PS 16 is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does PS 16 rank in NY?
PS 16 ranks #1,334 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is PS 16's MySchoolScout rating?
PS 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 PS 16?
Based on loaded state assessment records, PS 16 has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is PS 16 a charter school?
No, PS 16 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is PS 16 a Title I school?
No, PS 16 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for PS 16?
62.0% of students at PS 16 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
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (518) 328-5101
Resources & Links
District
TROY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,679
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,524
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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