Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Castleton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Castleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Castleton Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Castleton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castleton Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#987 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Schodack Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castleton Elementary School's ranking?
Castleton Elementary School is ranked #987 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Castleton Elementary School?
443 students attend Castleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Castleton Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castleton Elementary School?
Castleton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Castleton Elementary School offer ?
Castleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Castleton Elementary School part of?
Castleton Elementary School is part of Schodack Central School District.
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