HILLSIDE SCHOOL

HILLSIDE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in SCHENECTADY, NY with about 400 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, HILLSIDE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hillside Elementary School, located at 1100 Cornelius Avenue in Schenectady, New York, is part of the Niskayuna Central School District. Serving students in the early elementary grades, the school is known for fostering a supportive and nurturing environment that prioritizes academic growth alongside social-emotional development. As a key component of the Niskayuna community, Hillside benefits from the district's strong reputation for high standards, professional faculty, and a curriculum designed to prepare students for success in their future academic endeavors.

The school emphasizes a "whole-child" approach, encouraging active participation from both students and parents to create a vibrant, collaborative learning community. Beyond core academics, Hillside provides various resources and programs that promote inclusivity, character building, and creative engagement. By maintaining a close connection with the district’s broader goals and utilizing the resources provided at niskyschools.org, Hillside Elementary remains dedicated to creating an educational foundation that is both challenging and intellectually stimulating for its young learners.

For more information, contact HILLSIDE SCHOOL at (518) 377-1856 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.