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Top 47% in state

Queensbury Elementary School

Elementary School · QUEENSBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

431 AVIATION RD, Queensbury, NY 12804

Enrollment

958

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,250 of 4,742

In Queensbury

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

QUEENSBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Queensbury Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Queensbury · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Queensbury Elementary School

Queensbury Elementary School is a public elementary school in Queensbury, NY, part of QUEENSBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Queensbury Elementary School serves approximately 958 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Queensbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,250 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Queensbury Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.9 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,698
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Queensbury Elementary School — Students at Queensbury Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
53.5% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
60.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67.5%
ELA
62.5%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Queensbury Elementary School Compares

See how Queensbury Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in NY
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

431 AVIATION RD, Queensbury, NY 12804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Queensbury Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Lake George), which scores notably higher. Another option is KENSINGTON ROAD SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Glens Falls), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Glens Falls), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Queensbury, see our Queensbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLIAM H BARTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queensbury 0.2 mi 5.2
QUEENSBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Queensbury 0.2 mi 6.2
QUEENSBURY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Queensbury 0.3 mi 8.0
KENSINGTON ROAD SCHOOL Glens Falls 1.7 mi 7.4
GLENS FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.1 mi 5.2
GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.2 mi 7.9
BIG CROSS STREET SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.8 mi 4.7
JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.6 mi 5.8
ST MARY-ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.9 mi 5.6
TANGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 3.9 mi 3.4
ABRAHAM WING SCHOOL Glens Falls 3.2 mi 3.5
SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL South Glens Falls 4.1 mi 8.2
OLIVER W WINCH MIDDLE SCHOOL South Glens Falls 3.8 mi 5.5
LAKE GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake George 5.4 mi 8.6
MOREAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 5.0 mi 4.5
LAKE GEORGE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lake George 6.7 mi 7.8
MARGARET MURPHY KINDERGARTEN CENTER Hudson Falls 5.8 mi 5.4
HUDSON FALLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Hudson Falls 5.7 mi 5.5
WASHINGTON-SARATOGA-WARREN-HAMILTON-ESSEX BOCES Hudson Falls 5.7 mi 5.7
HUDSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Hudson Falls 6.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,074

Median Home Value

$284,400

Median Rent

$1,209/mo

Population

28,175

College Educated

39.3%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

47.6

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PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island, NY 6.4
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PS/MS 114 BELLE HARBOR Rockaway Park, NY 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Queensbury Elementary School

What grades does Queensbury Elementary School serve?

Queensbury Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Queensbury Elementary School?

Queensbury Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 958 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Queensbury Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Queensbury Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Queensbury Elementary School rank in NY?

Queensbury Elementary School ranks #2,250 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Queensbury Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Queensbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Queensbury Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Queensbury Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Queensbury Elementary School a charter school?

No, Queensbury Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Queensbury Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Queensbury Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Queensbury Elementary School?

40.0% of students at Queensbury 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
958
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

QUEENSBURY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,083
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,698
District Rank
#2 of 4

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