Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Chambers School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chambers School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chambers School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chambers School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chambers School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3006 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
36%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chambers School's ranking?
Chambers School is ranked #3006 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Chambers School often compared to?
Chambers Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E R Crosby Elementary School, Ernest C Myer School, Harry L Edson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Chambers School?
358 students attend Chambers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Chambers School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chambers School?
Chambers School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chambers School offer ?
Chambers School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chambers School part of?
Chambers School is part of Kingston City School District.
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