Craig Elementary School

2566 BALLTOWN RD SCHENECTADY NY 12309

About Craig Elementary School

Craig Elementary School in Niskayuna, NY, is a highly regarded public school for students in Kindergarten-Grade 5. Craig is dedicated to academic excellence, personal growth, and establishing a respectful, responsible, and ready-to-learn environment.

Craig has a very low student-teacher ratio of 12:1 and an extensive program of studies for all students, which includes a well-balanced program of language arts, math, science, social studies, art, music, physical education, and an English as a New Language program. Craig also provides intensive support from a school counselor; parents are engaged in the school through active parent leadership teams and advisory councils.

?Craig is known for high expectations in teaching and learning, and for providing a positive and inclusive learning environment. Craig Elementary School has consistently scored among the best schools, and it's no wonder it can be considered one of the top elementary schools in the area.

Contact Information

Address

2566 BALLTOWN RD SCHENECTADY NY 12309

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Phone

(518) 377-0156

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
32
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
392
Total Students
$80912
Avg. Teacher Salary

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School Ratings

Ranked

53

of 93 in New York

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:35 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 56.6%
Asian 21.2%
Hispanic 7.4%
Black 6.6%
Two+ Races 8.2%
Native Am. 0%
White
56.6%
Asian
21.2%
Hispanic
7.4%
Black
6.6%
Two+ Races
8.2%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 392
49%
192 Female
51%
200 Male

Student Population

392 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Craig Elementary hosted its Annual Summer Sonata on July 28 and August 1.

FAQ

Q: What is the school culture like at Craig Elementary School?

A: Craig Elementary School has a respectful, responsible, and caring atmosphere in which students are able to grow and demonstrate positive behavior.

Q: How does Craig Elementary support students' mental health and wellness?

A: Craig Elementary School offers specialized counseling support to promote students’ social and emotional growth.

Q: What are the procedures for safety at Craig Elementary?

A: Craig Elementary School implements safety measures (e.g., secured entry, monitored access) district-wide.

Q: Are there any safety programs at Craig Elementary?

A: Craig Elementary School is part of our district's safety programs to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.

Q: What are the opportunities for parent involvement at Craig Elementary?

A: Parent involvement opportunities at Craig Elementary School include joining leadership teams or advisory councils to support school programs in action.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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