Very Good
#1721 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 36% in state
Sacandaga School
Elementary School · SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
300 WREN ST, Scotia, NY 12302
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,721 of 4,742
In Scotia
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Sacandaga School
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About Sacandaga School
Sacandaga School is a public elementary school in Scotia, NY, part of SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sacandaga School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacandaga School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,721 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sacandaga School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Sacandaga School — Students at Sacandaga School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.5%
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: 7.7/10.
How Sacandaga School Compares
See how Sacandaga School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 WREN ST, Scotia, NY 12302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacandaga School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLENDAAL SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LINCOLN SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Scotia, see our Scotia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,156
Median Home Value
$240,700
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
27,470
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacandaga School
What grades does Sacandaga School serve?
Sacandaga School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sacandaga School?
Sacandaga School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacandaga School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacandaga School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sacandaga School rank in NY?
Sacandaga School ranks #1,721 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sacandaga School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacandaga School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Sacandaga School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sacandaga School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sacandaga School a charter school?
No, Sacandaga School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sacandaga School a Title I school?
No, Sacandaga School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sacandaga School?
35.5% of students at Sacandaga 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Schenectady County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (518) 382-1282
Resources & Links
District
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,195
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,004
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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