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Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces
School · RENSSELAER-COLUMBIA-GREENE BOCES
10 EMPIRE STATE BLVD-2ND FL, Castleton, NY 12033
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,599 of 4,742
In Castleton
#4 of 4
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces
Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces is a public school in Castleton, NY, part of RENSSELAER-COLUMBIA-GREENE BOCES. Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,599 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 3.6:1 students to teachers, Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces Compares
See how Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10 EMPIRE STATE BLVD-2ND FL, Castleton, NY 12033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces may also want to explore other schools in the area. COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby East Greenbush), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOANE STUART SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Rensselaer), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELL TOP SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Castleton, see our Castleton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREEN MEADOW SCHOOL Castleton | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL East Greenbush | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| HOWARD L GOFF SCHOOL East Greenbush | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| CITIZEN EDMOND GENET SCHOOL East Greenbush | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL East Greenbush | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| RED MILL SCHOOL Rensselaer | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MAPLE HILL JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Castleton | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| WOODLAND HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rensselaer | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CASTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Castleton | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ROBERT C PARKER SCHOOL North Greenbush | 5.5 mi | 6.7 |
| RENSSELAER JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rensselaer | 5.6 mi | 5.3 |
| VAN RENSSELAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rensselaer | 5.6 mi | 3.1 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| DOANE STUART SCHOOL Rensselaer | 6.1 mi | 8.1 |
| DONALD P SUTHERLAND SCHOOL Nassau | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 5.7 mi | 3.0 |
| WEST SAND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sand Lake | 5.8 mi | 5.7 |
| KIPP ALBANY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Albany | 5.8 mi | 1.9 |
| BISHOP MAGINN HIGH SCHOOL Albany | 6.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 6.8 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,808
Median Home Value
$267,500
Median Rent
$1,380/mo
Population
7,772
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
49.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces
What grades does Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces serve?
Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces?
Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces?
The student-teacher ratio at Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces is 3.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces rank in NY?
Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces ranks #3,599 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces's MySchoolScout rating?
Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces a charter school?
No, Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces a Title I school?
No, Rensselaer-columbia-greene Boces is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 148
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Phone
- (518) 477-8771
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