Needs Improvement
#4617 of 4,742 schools in NY
Van Rensselaer Elementary School
Elementary School · RENSSELAER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
25 VAN RENSSELAER DR, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,617 of 4,742
In Rensselaer
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
RENSSELAER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Van Rensselaer Elementary School
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rensselaer, NY, part of RENSSELAER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Van Rensselaer Elementary School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Rensselaer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,617 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Van Rensselaer Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Van Rensselaer 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
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Van Rensselaer Elementary School — Students at Van Rensselaer Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 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: 2.8/10.
How Van Rensselaer Elementary School Compares
See how Van Rensselaer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25 VAN RENSSELAER DR, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Rensselaer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELL TOP SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. Another option is RED MILL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODLAND HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rensselaer, see our Rensselaer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,357
Median Home Value
$235,300
Median Rent
$1,379/mo
Population
21,631
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Rensselaer Elementary School
What grades does Van Rensselaer Elementary School serve?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Rensselaer Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Rensselaer Elementary School rank in NY?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School ranks #4,617 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Van Rensselaer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Rensselaer Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Van Rensselaer Elementary School a charter school?
No, Van Rensselaer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Rensselaer Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Van Rensselaer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
60.8% of students at Van Rensselaer 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (518) 436-4618
Resources & Links
District
RENSSELAER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,005
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,900
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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