Very Good
#1500 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 32% in state
Slingerlands Elementary School
Elementary School · BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
25 UNION AVE, Delmar, NY 12054
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,500 of 4,742
In Delmar
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Slingerlands Elementary School
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About Slingerlands Elementary School
Slingerlands Elementary School is a public elementary school in Delmar, NY, part of BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Slingerlands Elementary School serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Slingerlands Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,500 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Slingerlands Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Slingerlands Elementary School — Students at Slingerlands Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13%
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: 6.7/10.
How Slingerlands Elementary School Compares
See how Slingerlands Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25 UNION AVE, Delmar, NY 12054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Slingerlands Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Glenmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Delmar, see our Delmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Delmar | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| BETHLEHEM CHILDRENS SCHOOL Slingerlands | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Delmar | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ACADEMY OF THE HOLY NAMES Albany | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| BETHLEHEM CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Delmar | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Albany | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| WESTMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| LANGAN SCHOOL/CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES Albany | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Albany | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| FARNSWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Guilderland | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| GLENMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenmont | 3.9 mi | 8.5 |
| NYS DEPT OF CORRECTIONS PLACEMENT Albany | 4.6 mi | — |
| MT. MORIAH ACADEMY Glenmont | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,684
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
16,988
College Educated
68.4%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 7.2 |
| ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
| AKRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron, NY | 7.2 |
| ALDEN TERRACE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 7.2 |
| ALTMAR-PARISH-WILLIAMSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parish, NY | 7.2 |
| ANNE HUTCHINSON SCHOOL Eastchester, NY | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Slingerlands Elementary School
What grades does Slingerlands Elementary School serve?
Slingerlands Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Slingerlands Elementary School?
Slingerlands Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Slingerlands Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Slingerlands Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Slingerlands Elementary School rank in NY?
Slingerlands Elementary School ranks #1,500 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Slingerlands Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Slingerlands Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Slingerlands Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Slingerlands Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Slingerlands Elementary School a charter school?
No, Slingerlands Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Slingerlands Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Slingerlands Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Slingerlands Elementary School?
13.0% of students at Slingerlands 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (518) 439-7681
Resources & Links
District
BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,130
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,894
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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