Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Craig 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 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Craig Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
Craig 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 Craig Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2044 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craig Elementary School's ranking?
Craig Elementary School is ranked #2044 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Craig Elementary School often compared to?
Craig Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside School, Rosendale 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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Craig Elementary School?
403 students attend Craig Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Craig Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Craig Elementary School?
Craig Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Craig Elementary School offer ?
Craig Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Craig Elementary School part of?
Craig Elementary School is part of Niskayuna Central School District.
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