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Saddlewood Elementary School

Elementary School · SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

100 LORALEE DR, Albany, NY 12205

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,165 of 4,742

In Albany

#15 of 32

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Saddlewood Elementary School

5.5/10

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

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About Saddlewood Elementary School

Saddlewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Albany, NY, part of SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Saddlewood Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Saddlewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,165 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Saddlewood Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,719
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Saddlewood Elementary School — Students at Saddlewood Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
50.7% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
61.6% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 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
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
67.7%
ELA
70.3%
2022
Math
49.6%
ELA
50.5%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Saddlewood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in NY
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

100 LORALEE DR, Albany, NY 12205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Saddlewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BIRCHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Schenectady), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ALBANY-SCHOHARIE-SCHENECTADY-SARATOGA BOCES Albany 0.9 mi 5.2
FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 1.1 mi 6.5
LISHA KILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany 1.6 mi 6.4
CAP DIST JUVENILE SECURE DETENTION Albany 1.8 mi
VEEDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 2.1 mi 5.4
ROESSLEVILLE SCHOOL Albany 2.2 mi 4.5
COLONIE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Albany 2.2 mi 7.7
OUR SAVIOR'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albany 2.3 mi 6.9
BIRCHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady 2.9 mi 7.6
SAND CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany 2.6 mi 6.3
WESTMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 3.3 mi 5.5
ANNUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Schenectady 3.0 mi 7.3
RIVER RUN COMMUNITY MONTESSORI Schenectady 3.1 mi
SHAKER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 3.2 mi 6.5
NYS DEPT OF CORRECTIONS PLACEMENT Albany 3.9 mi
MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL Albany 3.9 mi 7.9
EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 4.1 mi 5.8
SOUTHGATE SCHOOL Loudonville 3.3 mi 7.4
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany 4.4 mi 7.8
FORTS FERRY SCHOOL Latham 3.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,270

Median Home Value

$264,200

Median Rent

$1,405/mo

Population

25,912

College Educated

35.8%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Saddlewood Elementary School

What grades does Saddlewood Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Saddlewood Elementary School?

Saddlewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Saddlewood Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Saddlewood Elementary School rank in NY?

Saddlewood Elementary School ranks #3,165 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Saddlewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Saddlewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Saddlewood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Saddlewood Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Saddlewood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Saddlewood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

31.6% of students at Saddlewood 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Albany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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