CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
470 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Chango Elementary School, located in Ballston Lake, New York, is part of the Shenendehowa Central School District, one of the most prominent and highly regarded school systems in the Capital Region. Serving students in grades K–5, the school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional growth of its students. The curriculum is comprehensive, encouraging critical thinking and creativity while utilizing the resources and professional development standards set by the broader Shenendehowa district.
Beyond the classroom, Chango Elementary is recognized for its strong sense of community and active parent engagement. The school frequently emphasizes the "Shen spirit," focusing on character education and creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and engaged learners. By leveraging the district’s extensive extracurricular opportunities and technological integration, Chango provides a well-rounded foundation intended to prepare its young students for success as they transition into the upper levels of the Shenendehowa school system.
Beyond the classroom, Chango Elementary is recognized for its strong sense of community and active parent engagement. The school frequently emphasizes the "Shen spirit," focusing on character education and creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be responsible, respectful, and engaged learners. By leveraging the district’s extensive extracurricular opportunities and technological integration, Chango provides a well-rounded foundation intended to prepare its young students for success as they transition into the upper levels of the Shenendehowa school system.
470
Total Students
36.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 372 |
| Hispanic | 26 |
| Black | 14 |
| Asian | 31 |
| Two or More | 27 |
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White372 (79.1 %)
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Asian31 (6.6 %)
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Two or More27 (5.7 %)
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Hispanic26 (5.5 %)
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Black14 (3.0 %)
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: | SHENENDEHOWA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (518)881-0520 |
| Website: | http://www.shenet.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 470 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 36.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 77 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 7 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
52
Grade 1
77
Grade 2
79
Grade 3
88
Grade 4
84
Grade 5
90
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 52 |
| Grade 1 | 77 |
| Grade 2 | 79 |
| Grade 3 | 88 |
| Grade 4 | 84 |
| Grade 5 | 90 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 239 | 50.9% |
| Male | 231 | 49.1% |
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