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2009 School District Rankings

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1. North Colonie Central
2. Voorheesville Central
3. Niskayuna Central
4. Bethlehem Central
5. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central
6. Guilderland Central
7. Shenendehowa Central
8. Cambridge Central
9. Lake George Central
10. East Greenbush Central

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To our valued customers/clients:

The following is an overview of our excellent Capital Region school districts. Of course, families often have special programs or benefits in mind when searching for a good fit for their children, so, a quick look at the "School District Rankings" list may be all you need.

We can also offer you a comprehensive "School Report" on the individual district(s) of your choice where you will see statistics and details on each school. For more complete information on the school district(s) of your choice, please request info here .

The Capital Region Group at Coldwell Banker Prime Properties recognizes how important your school choice is to your family's future; our goal is to work closely with you to answer all your family's needs in choosing your new home.

1. Suburban

Our Capital Region system of neighborhood elementary schools, many with onsite after-school programs, transition to centralized middle schools and then on to central high schools serving each district.

Buses serve public schools, as well as area private schools.

Competitive Suburban Council sports programs begin at the modified level in middle school with a wide range of intramural offerings.

Vibrant music and art classes, thriving alternatives such as lab schools and BOCES vocational training, as well as challenging mathematics and science competitions, are all available in our suburban community school districts.

PTA, coaching, budget and curriculum committees, and other opportunities are available for parent involvement.

2. Urban

The cities of Albany, Troy and Schenectady are served by distinct urban school districts. They are serviced by public transportation, some with adjunct private busing, and also offer competitive sectional sports programs and high quality educational choices.

   Further information available upon request.

3. Outlying

Our rural districts, geographically larger, but less densely populated, offer somewhat smaller schools, which are also served by district busing and sectional sports programs, presenting your family with other education alternatives to consider.

All our Capital Region school districts are supported by state-of-the-art community public libraries as well as the Upper Hudson Library System which puts the best research and entertainment media within your family's easy access by interlibrary loan.

Many districts also offer adult education classes, mentoring programs and partnerships with local colleges for advanced students.

Our many area colleges, both public and private, community colleges and four year universities, colleges and graduate schools enrich our Capital Region culture and offer our local residents advanced learning opportunities in our own backyard.

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   (#1) North Colonie Central School District

The North Colonie Central School District is located in Latham, NY and include 8 schools that serve 5,616 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The North Colonie Central School District spends $11,739 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 63% on instruction, 35% on support services, and 2% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio - The North Colonie Central School District has 15 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - The North Colonie Central School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 2% in 2005. The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%...In the North Colonie Central School District, 13% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services?The North Colonie Central School District serves 2% English Language Learners (ELL). ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.

For more complete information on the North Colonie Central School District please request info here .

(#2) Voorheesville Central District

The Voorheesville Central School District is located in Voorheesville, NY and includes 2 schools that serve 1,260 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The Voorheesville Central School District spends $13,897 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 65% on instruction, 32% on support services, and 2% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Rati - The Voorheesville Central School District has 13 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - The Voorheesville Central School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 1% in 2005. The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%...In the Voorheesville Central School District, 14% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.

For more complete information on the Voorheesville Central School District please request info here here.

(#4) Bethlehem Central District

The Bethlehem Central School District is located in Delmar, NY and includes 7 schools that serve 5,182 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The Bethlehem Central School District spends $12,073 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 62% on instruction, 36% on support ervices, and 1% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio - The Bethlehem Central School District has 15 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - In the Bethlehem Central School District, 15% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services?The Bethlehem Central School District serves 1% English Language Learners (ELL). ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.

For more complete information on the BethlehemCentral School District please request info here .

(#5) Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central District

The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District is located in Scotia, NY and includes 4 schools that serve 3,478 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District spends $12,254 per pupil in current expenditures. The istrict spends 68% on instruction, 30% on support services, and 2% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio - The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District has 15 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 1% in 2005. The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%...In the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District, 15% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.

For more complete information on the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District please request info here .

(#6) Guilderland Central District

The Guilderland Central School District is located in Guilderland, NY and includes 6 schools that serve 5,425 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The Guilderland Central School District spends $12,942 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 64% on instruction, 34% on support services, and 2% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio - The Guilderland Central School Dstrict has 13 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - The Guilderland Central School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 1% in 2005. The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%...In the Guilderland Central School District, 15% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services?The Guilderland Central School District serves 1% English Language Learners (ELL). ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.

For more complete information on the Guilderland Central School District please request info here .

(#7) Shenendehowa Central District

The Shenendehowa Central School District is located in Clifton Park, NY and includes 10 schools that serve 9,642 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The Shenendehowa Central School District spends $11,962 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 62% on instruction, 36% on support services, and 3% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio - The Shenendehowa Central School District has 16 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - The Shenendehowa Central School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 2% in 2005. The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%...In the Shenendehowa Central School District, 15% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services?The Shenendehowa Central School District serves 1% English Language Learners (ELL). ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.

For more complete information on the Shenendehowa Central School District please request info here .

(#8) Cambridge Central District

The Cambridge Central School District is located in Cambridge, NY and includes 2 schools that serve 1,054 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The Cambridge Central School District spends $13,473 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 66% on instruction, 31% on support services, and 3% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio - The Cambridge Central School District has 11 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - The Cambridge Central School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 1% in 2005. The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%...In the Cambridge Central School District, 19% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.

For more complete information on the Cambridge Central School District please request info here .

(#9) Lake George Central District

The Lake George Central School District is located in Lake George, NY and includes 2 schools that serve 1,058 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The Lake George Central School District spends $14,655 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 64% on instruction, 34% on support services, and 3% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio - The Lake George Central School District has 12 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - The Lake George Central School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 1% in 2005. The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%...In the Lake George Central School District, 16% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.

For more complete information on the Lake George Central School District please request info here .

(#10) East Greenbush Central District

The East Greenbush Central School District is located in East Greenbush, NY and includes 7 schools that serve 4,577 students in grades KG through 12.

District Spending - The East Greenbush Central School District spends $14,172 per pupil in current expenditures. The district spends 62% on instruction, 37% on support services, and 2% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student-Teacher Ratio - The East Greenbush Central School District has 13 students for every full-time equivalent teacher, with the NY state average being 14 students per full-time equivalent teacher.

District Student Information - The East Greenbush Central School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 2% in 2005. The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%...In the East Greenbush Central School District, 16% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program). An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.

For more complete information on the East Greenbush Central School District please request info here .

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