DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

School Overview
Delaware Community School, located on Bertha Street in Albany, New York, is a primary educational institution within the City School District of Albany. Serving students in the surrounding neighborhood, the school is deeply committed to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. As a community-focused school, it works to integrate families and local resources into the educational process, aiming to provide a comprehensive learning experience that prepares young students for future success.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often focusing on building a strong foundation in core subjects while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking. By partnering with the broader Albany school system, Delaware Community School emphasizes equity and inclusivity, striving to ensure that all students have access to the support they need to thrive. For parents and community members interested in specific programs, academic calendars, or enrollment procedures, the school maintains an active presence through the official district website at [albanyschools.org](http://www.albanyschools.org).
290
Total Students
17.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White25
Hispanic112
Black89
Asian44
Two or More19
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    112 (38.6 %)
  • Black
    89 (30.7 %)
  • Asian
    44 (15.2 %)
  • White
    25 (8.6 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (6.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3 %)
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: ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (518)475-6750
Website: http://www.albanyschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 290
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 225
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 3
Kindergarten 54
Grade 1 41
Grade 2 52
Grade 3 48
Grade 4 44
Grade 5 48

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten3
Kindergarten54
Grade 141
Grade 252
Grade 348
Grade 444
Grade 548
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13345.9%
Male15754.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)