SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 102 Loralee Drive in Albany, New York, the South Colonie Central School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a large suburban community within the greater Albany-Schenectady-Troy metropolitan area. Operating eight individual schools, the district offers comprehensive academic programming spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as specialized ungraded learning options. South Colonie educates a student body of 5,066 enrolled children—comprising 2,595 male students, 2,468 female students, and a diverse racial composition that includes White, Asian, Hispanic, Black, and multiracial learners—creating a dynamic and inclusive environment tailored to continuous academic growth.

To support its extensive educational programs and multi-school infrastructure, the district maintains a robust workforce totaling more than 1,721 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This staffing model is anchored by approximately 789 FTE classroom teachers, supported by 180 FTE instructional aides and over 751 FTE support staff, ensuring students receive dedicated academic instruction, personalized assistance, and reliable operational care. Families, students, and educational researchers seeking further information about the district's programs and community initiatives are encouraged to visit their official website at www.southcolonieschools.org or contact administrative offices directly at (518) 869-3576.
8
Total Schools
5,066
Total Students
789.4
Full-Time Teachers
6.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White2,862
Hispanic569
Black514
Asian716
Two or More387
American Indian9
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    2,862 (56.5%)
  • Asian
    716 (14.1%)
  • Hispanic
    569 (11.2%)
  • Black
    514 (10.2%)
  • Two or More
    387 (7.6%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle2
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:5,066*
Teachers (FTE):789.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.4