BLUE CREEK SCHOOL

BLUE CREEK SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NORTH COLONIE CSD school district, located in LATHAM, NY with about 499 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 38 teachers, BLUE CREEK SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

BLUE CREEK SCHOOL is a public elementary school located in Latham, New York, serving as part of the North Colonie Central School District. Committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school focuses on the foundational academic and social-emotional development of its students in kindergarten through grade five. It is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty, robust curriculum, and an inclusive school culture that emphasizes academic excellence, collaboration, and community involvement.

In addition to its core academic programs, BLUE CREEK SCHOOL provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities and support services designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school benefits from the resources and organizational framework of the North Colonie district, which prioritizes innovation and student success. By partnering closely with families and the local community, Blue Creek strives to prepare its students not only for middle school but for a lifetime of positive educational growth and citizenship.

For more information, contact BLUE CREEK SCHOOL at (518) 785-7451 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.