CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.niskyschools.org

377 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Craig Elementary School is a prominent public school located in Schenectady, New York, serving as part of the Niskayuna Central School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school provides a comprehensive educational program for students in the elementary grades. It is well-regarded for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both core curriculum standards and the development of social-emotional skills, aiming to prepare students for success in their future academic endeavors.

As a member of the Niskayuna school community, Craig Elementary benefits from the district's reputation for high-quality instruction and robust community involvement. The school maintains a focus on inclusivity and collaborative learning, often utilizing a mix of traditional pedagogical methods and modern resources to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For families seeking more specific information regarding school calendars, district policies, or upcoming events, the school’s official website at [www.niskyschools.org](http://www.niskyschools.org) serves as the primary resource for engagement and communication.

377

Total Students

33.9

Full-Time Teachers

11.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	225
Hispanic	16
Black	24
Asian	74
Two or More	36
American Indian	2

White
225 (59.7%)
Asian
74 (19.6%)
Two or More
36 (9.5%)
Black
24 (6.4%)
Hispanic
16 (4.2%)
American Indian
2 (0.5%)

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:	NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(518)377-0156
Website:	http://www.niskyschools.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	377
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	33.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	63
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	2

* 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 53

Grade 1 62

Grade 2 65

Grade 3 59

Grade 4 65

Grade 5 73