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Rensselaer Park Elementary School

Elementary School · LANSINGBURGH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

70 110TH ST, Troy, NY 12182

Enrollment

447

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

3.7

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,404 of 4,742

In Troy

#14 of 16

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

LANSINGBURGH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Rensselaer Park Elementary School

3.7/10

Elementary School in Troy · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rensselaer Park Elementary School

Rensselaer Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Troy, NY, part of LANSINGBURGH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Rensselaer Park Elementary School serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rensselaer Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,404 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Rensselaer Park Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.7
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Rensselaer Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-40.7 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,821
Chronic Absenteeism49.9%

Rensselaer Park Elementary School — Students at Rensselaer Park Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
84%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
16%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
18.8%
ELA
36.5%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
20.2%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Rensselaer Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in NY
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.9%

Location

70 110TH ST, Troy, NY 12182

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rensselaer Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 14 (rated 7.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Troy, see our Troy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy 0.2 mi 3.5
LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Troy 0.2 mi 7.4
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Troy 0.6 mi 6.4
VAN SCHAICK ISLAND SCHOOL Cohoes 0.8 mi 5.8
PS 2 Troy 1.5 mi 5.7
TURNPIKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy 1.7 mi 3.7
HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island 1.7 mi 5.2
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Waterford 1.8 mi 7.3
PS 18 Troy 2.0 mi 5.6
ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes 1.8 mi 4.8
TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy 2.6 mi 6.1
COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes 2.0 mi 5.4
TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy 2.7 mi 7.5
PS 14 Troy 2.8 mi 7.1
COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes 2.4 mi 6.9
WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet 2.8 mi 4.0
WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waterford 3.3 mi 7.0
WATERFORD-HALFMOON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Waterford 3.3 mi 6.8
ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet 2.6 mi 4.7
HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes 2.5 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12182 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,663

Median Home Value

$195,300

Median Rent

$1,012/mo

Population

14,273

College Educated

28.7%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rensselaer Park Elementary School

What grades does Rensselaer Park Elementary School serve?

Rensselaer Park Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Rensselaer Park Elementary School?

Rensselaer Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rensselaer Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rensselaer Park Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rensselaer Park Elementary School rank in NY?

Rensselaer Park Elementary School ranks #4,404 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Rensselaer Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rensselaer Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Rensselaer Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rensselaer Park Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rensselaer Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Rensselaer Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

67.8% of students at Rensselaer Park 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
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Rensselaer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.9%

District

LANSINGBURGH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,109
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,821
District Rank
#2 of 4

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