WILLIAM B TECLER ARTS IN EDUCATION

School Overview
William B. Tecler Elementary School is a public school located in Amsterdam, New York, serving students within the Greater Amsterdam School District. As an integral part of the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances core academic instruction with a commitment to the arts. By fostering a learning environment that emphasizes creativity alongside traditional curriculum, the school aims to support the holistic development of its student body, preparing them for future success in higher grades.

In addition to its academic programs, the school is deeply integrated into the Greater Amsterdam School District (GASD) framework, which prioritizes student engagement, inclusivity, and community involvement. The facility on Northern Boulevard serves as a hub for young learners, utilizing district-wide resources to ensure that students have access to the technology, support services, and extracurricular opportunities necessary to thrive. Families interested in enrollment, district calendars, or specific school policies can find further information through the official district website at [www.gasd.org](http://www.gasd.org).
461
Total Students
25.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WILLIAM B TECLER ARTS IN EDUCATION
Demographic Student Count
White239
Hispanic179
Black11
Asian6
Two or More26
  • White
    239 (51.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    179 (38.8 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (5.6 %)
  • Black
    11 (2.4 %)
  • Asian
    6 (1.3 %)
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: AMSTERDAM CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (518)843-4805
Website: http://www.gasd.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 461
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 292
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 32
Kindergarten 86
Grade 1 54
Grade 2 83
Grade 3 77
Grade 4 79
Grade 5 47
Ungraded 3

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WILLIAM B TECLER ARTS IN EDUCATION
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten32
Kindergarten86
Grade 154
Grade 283
Grade 377
Grade 479
Grade 547
Ungraded3
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WILLIAM B TECLER ARTS IN EDUCATION
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22047.7%
Male24152.3%