Serving 958 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 52% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (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 958 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
958 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Queensbury Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Queensbury Elementary School is 0.21, which is less 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
#1913 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
89%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Queensbury Elementary School's ranking?
Queensbury Elementary School is ranked #1913 out of 4,377 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
958 students attend Queensbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Queensbury Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 16:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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