NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.albanyschools.org/schools/newscotland

451 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

New Scotland Elementary School, located at 385 New Scotland Avenue in Albany, New York, is a public school serving students within the City School District of Albany. The school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a strong school community. As part of the Albany school system, it follows the district's broader mission of preparing a diverse student body for future success through a comprehensive curriculum that integrates core subjects with enrichment opportunities.

The school benefits from its prime location in the heart of Albany, allowing it to foster meaningful partnerships with local organizations and families. New Scotland Elementary is characterized by its dedication to fostering a collaborative atmosphere where educators, parents, and community members work together to meet the individual needs of each student. With a focus on equity and high expectations, the school provides a foundational educational experience aimed at building both academic proficiency and character, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.

451

Total Students

29.6

Full-Time Teachers

15.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	165
Hispanic	70
Black	114
Asian	51
Two or More	47
Pacific Islander	4

White
165 (36.6%)
Black
114 (25.3%)
Hispanic
70 (15.5%)
Asian
51 (11.3%)
Two or More
47 (10.4%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.9%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(518)475-6775
Website:	http://www.albanyschools.org/schools/newscotland
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	451
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	208
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 73

Grade 1 75

Grade 2 80

Grade 3 75

Grade 4 69

Grade 5 79