Serving 952 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Queensbury Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Queensbury Elementary School's student population of 952 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
952 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Work hard, do your best, achieve your dreams at QES!
School Rankings
Queensbury Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Queensbury Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1988 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
87%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Queensbury Union Free School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Queensbury Elementary School's ranking?
Queensbury Elementary School is ranked #1988 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Queensbury Elementary School often compared to?
Queensbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake George Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Queensbury Elementary School?
952 students attend Queensbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Queensbury Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Queensbury Elementary School?
Queensbury Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Queensbury Elementary School offer ?
Queensbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Queensbury Elementary School part of?
Queensbury Elementary School is part of Queensbury Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Queensbury Elementary School located?
Queensbury Elementary School is located in the Glens Falls North neighborhood of Queensbury, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Glens Falls North.
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