CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
639 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
School Overview
Christopher Columbus Elementary School is a public school located in Utica, New York, serving students within the Utica City School District. Situated on Armory Drive, the school functions as an integral part of the local community, committed to providing foundational education that aligns with the district's broader academic standards. The school environment is focused on fostering student growth, emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics while striving to support the diverse developmental needs of its elementary-aged population.
As part of the Utica City School District, the school benefits from the district's centralized resources and educational initiatives, which aim to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school. The school’s mission generally reflects a dedication to creating a safe, inclusive learning space where students can build strong interpersonal skills alongside their academic curriculum. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood engagement, utilizing the district’s official website as a primary tool for communicating updates, academic calendars, and school policies.
As part of the Utica City School District, the school benefits from the district's centralized resources and educational initiatives, which aim to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school. The school’s mission generally reflects a dedication to creating a safe, inclusive learning space where students can build strong interpersonal skills alongside their academic curriculum. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood engagement, utilizing the district’s official website as a primary tool for communicating updates, academic calendars, and school policies.
639
Total Students
44.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 118 |
| Hispanic | 186 |
| Black | 113 |
| Asian | 177 |
| Two or More | 45 |
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Hispanic186 (29.1 %)
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Asian177 (27.7 %)
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White118 (18.5 %)
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Black113 (17.7 %)
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Two or More45 (7.0 %)
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: | UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (315)368-6520 |
| Website: | http://www.uticacsd.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 639 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 44.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 480 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
100
Grade 1
90
Grade 2
86
Grade 3
79
Grade 4
97
Grade 5
98
Grade 6
89
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 100 |
| Grade 1 | 90 |
| Grade 2 | 86 |
| Grade 3 | 79 |
| Grade 4 | 97 |
| Grade 5 | 98 |
| Grade 6 | 89 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 308 | 48.2% |
| Male | 331 | 51.8% |
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