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#1890 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 40% in state
Red Mill School
Elementary School · EAST GREENBUSH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
225 MCCULLOUGH PL, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,890 of 4,742
In Rensselaer
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
EAST GREENBUSH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Red Mill School
Elementary School in Rensselaer · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Red Mill School
Red Mill School is a public elementary school in Rensselaer, NY, part of EAST GREENBUSH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Red Mill School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Mill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,890 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Red Mill School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Red Mill School — Students at Red Mill School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30%
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: 6.0/10.
How Red Mill School Compares
See how Red Mill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
225 MCCULLOUGH PL, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Mill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CITIZEN EDMOND GENET SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby East Greenbush), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WOODLAND HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THOMAS S O'BRIEN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Albany), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rensselaer, see our Rensselaer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,357
Median Home Value
$235,300
Median Rent
$1,379/mo
Population
21,631
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Mill School
What grades does Red Mill School serve?
Red Mill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Red Mill School?
Red Mill School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Mill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Mill School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Mill School rank in NY?
Red Mill School ranks #1,890 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Red Mill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Mill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Red Mill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Mill School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Red Mill School a charter school?
No, Red Mill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Mill School a Title I school?
No, Red Mill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Mill School?
30.0% of students at Red Mill 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.6%
- Phone
- (518) 207-2660
Resources & Links
District
EAST GREENBUSH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,133
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,197
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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