School Overview
Chango Elementary School, located in Ballston Lake, New York, is part of the Shenendehowa Central School District, one of the most prominent and highly regarded school systems in the Capital Region. Serving students in grades K–5, the school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional growth of its students. The curriculum is comprehensive, encouraging critical thinking and creativity while utilizing the resources and professional development standards set by the broader Shenendehowa district.

Beyond the classroom, Chango Elementary is recognized for its strong sense of community and active parent engagement. The school frequently emphasizes the "Shen spirit," focusing on character education and creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and engaged learners. By leveraging the district’s extensive extracurricular opportunities and technological integration, Chango provides a well-rounded foundation intended to prepare its young students for success as they transition into the upper levels of the Shenendehowa school system.
510
Total Students
36.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White392
Hispanic34
Black11
Asian37
Two or More31
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    392 (76.9%)
  • Asian
    37 (7.3%)
  • Hispanic
    34 (6.7%)
  • Two or More
    31 (6.1%)
  • Black
    11 (2.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (1.0%)
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: SHENENDEHOWA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (518)881-0520
Website: http://www.shenet.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 510
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 77
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 69
Grade 1 98
Grade 2 74
Grade 3 90
Grade 4 81
Grade 5 93
Ungraded 5

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten69
Grade 198
Grade 274
Grade 390
Grade 481
Grade 593
Ungraded5
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26051%
Male25049%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)