NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
4,350 Students
8 Schools
District Overview
Located at 1430 Balltown Road in Schenectady, New York, the Niskayuna Central School District serves as a cornerstone of public education within the thriving suburban landscape of the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metropolitan area. Operating as an active, traditional public school district, Niskayuna manages eight operational schools that deliver comprehensive educational programming for students from kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as ungraded specialized learning paths. With an enrollment of 4,350 students for the 2024–2025 school year, the district offers an expansive academic framework designed to support learners from their first steps in primary education through high school graduation and post-secondary preparation.
The district's student body reflects a rich tapestry of backgrounds, bringing together 2,738 White, 742 Asian, 306 Hispanic, 295 multiracial, and 244 Black students, along with American Indian and Pacific Islander scholars. To foster an engaging and well-supported learning environment, Niskayuna maintains a substantial staffing footprint of nearly 1,588 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated professional team includes approximately 758 FTE classroom teachers, more than 161 instructional aides, and nearly 669 support staff members ensuring smooth operational and student service functions. Community members, prospective families, and educational researchers seeking further information can explore district resources online at www.niskyschools.org or contact the main administration directly at (518) 377-4666.
The district's student body reflects a rich tapestry of backgrounds, bringing together 2,738 White, 742 Asian, 306 Hispanic, 295 multiracial, and 244 Black students, along with American Indian and Pacific Islander scholars. To foster an engaging and well-supported learning environment, Niskayuna maintains a substantial staffing footprint of nearly 1,588 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated professional team includes approximately 758 FTE classroom teachers, more than 161 instructional aides, and nearly 669 support staff members ensuring smooth operational and student service functions. Community members, prospective families, and educational researchers seeking further information can explore district resources online at www.niskyschools.org or contact the main administration directly at (518) 377-4666.
8
Total Schools
4,350
Total Students
757.8
Full-Time Teachers
5.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2,738 |
| Hispanic | 306 |
| Black | 244 |
| Asian | 742 |
| Two or More | 295 |
| American Indian | 18 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White2,738 (63.0%)
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Asian742 (17.1%)
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Hispanic306 (7.0%)
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Two or More295 (6.8%)
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Black244 (5.6%)
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American Indian18 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.0%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 5 |
| Middle | 2 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
School Map
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: | 4,350* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 757.8* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 5.7 |
Schools in NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 8 Schools
Elementary School K - 5th
377 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
368 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
383 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
614 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
1,379 Students
High School 9th - 12th
376 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
Middle School 6th - 8th