Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Hills Elementary 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 30-34% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pine Hills Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Hills Elementary 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 Pine Hills Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#3671 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
42%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Hills Elementary School is ranked #3671 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pine Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Point 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pine Hills Elementary School?
333 students attend Pine Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pine Hills Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Hills Elementary School?
Pine Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pine Hills Elementary School offer ?
Pine Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Hills Elementary School part of?
Pine Hills Elementary School is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pine Hills Elementary School located?
Pine Hills Elementary School is located in the Pine Hills neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Pine Hills.
School Reviews
1 7/7/2017
I feel this school, like most things, cater to moms. They do a poor job of controlling bullying, do not respond to parents concerns. The communication is terrible, they do not return phone calls. The facility on the outside is very nice, but inside is drab, tiny. I would not recommend this school based on terrible communication and failure to provide a safe environment.
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