MARIE CURIE INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND COMMUNICATION
443 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
The **Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication** is a specialized educational program located in Amsterdam, New York, operating under the Greater Amsterdam School District. The institute is designed to provide students with a rigorous, career-focused curriculum that blends core academic requirements with hands-on training in the fields of engineering and digital communications. By emphasizing STEM principles and technical literacy, the school aims to prepare its students for the complexities of the modern workforce and higher education opportunities in technological sectors.
As part of the broader Greater Amsterdam School District, the institute leverages local resources to offer a unique learning environment that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional collaboration. Through its integration of specialized technical training and traditional academic foundations, the Marie Curie Institute serves as a key pathway for students interested in pursuing careers in engineering, design, and media arts. Those seeking more detailed information regarding enrollment, specific curriculum offerings, or academic calendars can visit the district’s official website at [www.gasd.org](http://www.gasd.org).
As part of the broader Greater Amsterdam School District, the institute leverages local resources to offer a unique learning environment that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional collaboration. Through its integration of specialized technical training and traditional academic foundations, the Marie Curie Institute serves as a key pathway for students interested in pursuing careers in engineering, design, and media arts. Those seeking more detailed information regarding enrollment, specific curriculum offerings, or academic calendars can visit the district’s official website at [www.gasd.org](http://www.gasd.org).
443
Total Students
23.4
Full-Time Teachers
18.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 155 |
| Hispanic | 238 |
| Black | 17 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 23 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic238 (53.7 %)
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White155 (35.0 %)
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Two or More23 (5.2 %)
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Black17 (3.8 %)
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Asian9 (2.0 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
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: | AMSTERDAM CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (518)843-2871 |
| Website: | http://www.gasd.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 443 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 23.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 348 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 10 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
18
Kindergarten
68
Grade 1
75
Grade 2
63
Grade 3
71
Grade 4
66
Grade 5
82
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 18 |
| Kindergarten | 68 |
| Grade 1 | 75 |
| Grade 2 | 63 |
| Grade 3 | 71 |
| Grade 4 | 66 |
| Grade 5 | 82 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 223 | 50.3% |
| Male | 220 | 49.7% |
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