Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Shaker Road 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shaker Road Elementary School's student population of 329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shaker Road 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 Shaker Road Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1507 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
5%
15%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaker Road Elementary School's ranking?
Shaker Road Elementary School is ranked #1507 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Shaker Road Elementary School often compared to?
Shaker Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Menands School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Shaker Road Elementary School?
329 students attend Shaker Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Shaker Road Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaker Road Elementary School?
Shaker Road Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shaker Road Elementary School offer ?
Shaker Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shaker Road Elementary School part of?
Shaker Road Elementary School is part of South Colonie Central School District.
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