Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carroll Hill School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carroll Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Carroll Hill School's student population of 321 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carroll Hill School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carroll Hill School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4093 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
25%
16%
White
34%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll Hill School's ranking?
Carroll Hill School is ranked #4093 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Carroll Hill School often compared to?
Carroll Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Rensselaer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Carroll Hill School?
321 students attend Carroll Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Carroll Hill School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 20% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carroll Hill School?
Carroll Hill School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carroll Hill School offer ?
Carroll Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carroll Hill School part of?
Carroll Hill School is part of Troy City School District.
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