CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.niskyschools.org

392 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Craig Elementary School is a prominent public school located in Schenectady, New York, serving as part of the Niskayuna Central School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school provides a comprehensive educational program for students in the elementary grades. It is well-regarded for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both core curriculum standards and the development of social-emotional skills, aiming to prepare students for success in their future academic endeavors.

As a member of the Niskayuna school community, Craig Elementary benefits from the district's reputation for high-quality instruction and robust community involvement. The school maintains a focus on inclusivity and collaborative learning, often utilizing a mix of traditional pedagogical methods and modern resources to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For families seeking more specific information regarding school calendars, district policies, or upcoming events, the school’s official website at [www.niskyschools.org](http://www.niskyschools.org) serves as the primary resource for engagement and communication.

392

Total Students

31.7

Full-Time Teachers

12.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

16.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	222
Hispanic	29
Black	26
Asian	83
Two or More	32

White
222 (56.6 %)
Asian
83 (21.2 %)
Two or More
32 (8.2 %)
Hispanic
29 (7.4 %)
Black
26 (6.6 %)

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:	NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(518)377-0156
Website:	http://www.niskyschools.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	392
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	63
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	2

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 62

Grade 1 59

Grade 2 60

Grade 3 68

Grade 4 72

Grade 5 71