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#2844 of 4,742 schools in NY
Van Schaick Island School
Elementary School · COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
150 CONTINENTAL AVE, Cohoes, NY 12047
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,844 of 4,742
In Cohoes
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Van Schaick Island School
Van Schaick Island School is a public elementary school in Cohoes, NY, part of COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Van Schaick Island School serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Schaick Island School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,844 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Van Schaick Island School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, Van Schaick Island School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
37% of students at Van Schaick Island 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 Schaick Island School — Students at Van Schaick Island School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
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: 6.0/10.
How Van Schaick Island School Compares
See how Van Schaick Island School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
150 CONTINENTAL AVE, Cohoes, NY 12047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Schaick Island School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 14 (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cohoes, see our Cohoes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Waterford | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 2 Troy | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| TURNPIKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 18 Troy | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waterford | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WATERFORD-HALFMOON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Waterford | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 14 Troy | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,970
Median Home Value
$237,200
Median Rent
$1,213/mo
Population
23,406
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
37.3
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| EPIPHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 5.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Norwich, NY | 5.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Schaick Island School
What grades does Van Schaick Island School serve?
Van Schaick Island School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Van Schaick Island School?
Van Schaick Island School has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Schaick Island School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Schaick Island School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Schaick Island School rank in NY?
Van Schaick Island School ranks #2,844 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Van Schaick Island School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Schaick Island School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Schaick Island School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Schaick Island School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Van Schaick Island School a charter school?
No, Van Schaick Island School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Schaick Island School a Title I school?
No, Van Schaick Island School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Schaick Island School?
75.2% of students at Van Schaick Island 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
- 137
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (518) 237-2828
Resources & Links
District
COHOES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,945
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,017
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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