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#1734 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 37% in state

Voorheesville Elementary School

Elementary School · VOORHEESVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 468, Voorheesville, NY 12186

Enrollment

553

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,734 of 4,742

In Voorheesville

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

VOORHEESVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Voorheesville Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Voorheesville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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7.8/10

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About Voorheesville Elementary School

Voorheesville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Voorheesville, NY, part of VOORHEESVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Voorheesville Elementary School serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Voorheesville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,734 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Voorheesville Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Voorheesville Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,469
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Voorheesville Elementary School — Students at Voorheesville Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 69.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
75.8%
ELA
71.3%
2022
Math
62.1%
ELA
61.8%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Voorheesville Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in NY
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Location

PO BOX 468, Voorheesville, NY 12186

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Voorheesville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Delmar), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Delmar), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LYNNWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Schenectady), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Voorheesville, see our Voorheesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CLAYTON A BOUTON HIGH SCHOOL Voorheesville 1.5 mi 8.4
VOORHEESVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Voorheesville 1.5 mi 7.8
GUILDERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Guilderland Center 3.7 mi 8.2
FARNSWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Guilderland 3.5 mi 6.5
BETHLEHEM CHILDRENS SCHOOL Slingerlands 3.3 mi
GUILDERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guilderland 4.0 mi 6.3
LYNNWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady 5.3 mi 7.4
SLINGERLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar 4.1 mi 7.2
WESTMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 4.6 mi 5.5
EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar 4.8 mi 7.8
BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Delmar 4.8 mi 8.5
ST MADELEINE SOPHIE SCHOOL Schenectady 6.4 mi 5.9
PINE BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady 6.7 mi 6.2
ACADEMY OF THE HOLY NAMES Albany 5.1 mi 7.5
ALTAMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamont 5.8 mi 5.3
RIVER RUN COMMUNITY MONTESSORI Schenectady 7.2 mi
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Delmar 5.7 mi 5.3
BETHLEHEM CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Delmar 6.0 mi 7.4
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady 8.0 mi 5.1
ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar 6.1 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12186 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,053

Median Home Value

$338,200

Median Rent

$1,132/mo

Population

6,608

College Educated

52.2%

Homeownership

84.7%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

43.5

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ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket, NY 7.0
BOONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boonville, NY 7.0
BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 7.0
CHARLOTTE SIDWAY SCHOOL Grand Island, NY 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Voorheesville Elementary School

What grades does Voorheesville Elementary School serve?

Voorheesville Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Voorheesville Elementary School?

Voorheesville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Voorheesville Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Voorheesville Elementary School rank in NY?

Voorheesville Elementary School ranks #1,734 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Voorheesville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Voorheesville Elementary 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 Voorheesville Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Voorheesville Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Voorheesville Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Voorheesville Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

12.5% of students at Voorheesville 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Albany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

VOORHEESVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,209
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,469
District Rank
#3 of 3

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