At a glance
Reported students
487
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
32.17
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York elementary enrollment
65th percentile
Compared with 2,546 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
474.5
Van Rensselaer Elementary School: 487 reported students.
State peer staffing position
89th percentile
15.1:1 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
- 504
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.4:1
What the reported data says about Van Rensselaer Elementary School
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Rensselaer. It is one of 2 current school records connected to Rensselaer City School District. NCES reports 487 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,546 elementary schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 65th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.1:1, above 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 White (42.1%) and multiracial (17%). English learners represent 7.9% of enrollment. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Van Rensselaer Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 15.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 32.17 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
- 7.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 67.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- 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
- White42.1%
- Hispanic16.2%
- Black11.3%
- Asian13.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial17%
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.
Other schools in Rensselaer City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
View all 2 district schools →Public schools near Van Rensselaer Elementary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Hill Elementary School Elementary · Albany City School District | PK–05 | 301 | 1.6 mi |
| Dual Language Program at Albany International Academy Elementary · Albany City School District | PK–05 | 213 | 1.9 mi |
| Giffen Memorial Elementary School Elementary · Albany City School District | PK–05 | 387 | 2 mi |
| KIPP Tech Valley Charter School Elementary · Charter · KIPP Tech Valley Charter School | KG–08 | 840 | 2.1 mi |
| Bell Top School Elementary · East Greenbush Central School District | KG–05 | 304 | 2.2 mi |
| Red Mill School Elementary · East Greenbush Central School District | PK–05 | 473 | 2.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Van Rensselaer Elementary School
What grades does Van Rensselaer Elementary School serve?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Rensselaer City School District.
How many students attend Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School reported 487 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 65th percentile among 2,546 New York elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 504 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 15.1:1, based on 487 students and 32.17 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 Van Rensselaer Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Rensselaer City School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Van Rensselaer Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
67.1% 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 Van Rensselaer Elementary School in?
Van Rensselaer Elementary School is part of Rensselaer City School District, based in Rensselaer, NY, which operates 2 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Arbor Hill Elementary School (1.6 mi), Dual Language Program at Albany International Academy (1.9 mi), Giffen Memorial Elementary School (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.