At a glance
Reported students
282
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
33.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
8.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York elementary enrollment
18th percentile
Compared with 2,546 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
282
Menands School: 282 reported students.
State peer staffing position
6th percentile
8.4:1 reported; state peer median 11.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 305
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
What the reported data says about Menands School
Menands School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in Menands. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Menands Union Free School District. NCES reports 282 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,546 elementary schools in New York with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 18th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 8.4:1, below the New York median of 11.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (33.7%) and Asian (29.4%). English learners represent 9.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Menands School
- 1How do the reported 8.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 33.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 9.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 32.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.4
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White26.2%
- Hispanic7.8%
- Black33.7%
- Asian29.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Menands School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIPP Tech Valley Charter School Elementary · Charter · KIPP Tech Valley Charter School | KG–08 | 840 | 1.7 mi |
| Loudonville School Elementary · North Colonie CSD | KG–05 | 270 | 1.8 mi |
| Arbor Hill Elementary School Elementary · Albany City School District | PK–05 | 301 | 1.9 mi |
| Dual Language Program at Albany International Academy Elementary · Albany City School District | PK–05 | 213 | 2.2 mi |
| Van Rensselaer Elementary School Elementary · Rensselaer City School District | PK–06 | 487 | 2.3 mi |
| North Greenbush School Elementary · North Greenbush Common School District (Williams) | KG–02 | 35 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Menands School
What grades does Menands School serve?
Menands School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Menands Union Free School District.
How many students attend Menands School?
Menands School reported 282 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 18th percentile among 2,546 New York elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 305 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Menands School?
The calculated ratio is 8.4:1, based on 282 students and 33.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 11.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Menands School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Menands School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Menands Union Free School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Menands School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
32.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Menands School in?
Menands School is part of Menands Union Free School District, based in Menands, NY, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Menands School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include KIPP Tech Valley Charter School (1.7 mi), Loudonville School (1.8 mi), Arbor Hill Elementary School (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.