Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William C Keane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William C Keane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William C Keane Elementary School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
William C Keane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William C Keane Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4295 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
19%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William C Keane Elementary School's ranking?
William C Keane Elementary School is ranked #4295 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William C Keane Elementary School often compared to?
William C Keane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William C Keane Elementary School?
279 students attend William C Keane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of William C Keane Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William C Keane Elementary School?
William C Keane Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William C Keane Elementary School offer ?
William C Keane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William C Keane Elementary School part of?
William C Keane Elementary School is part of Schenectady City School District.
In what neighborhood is William C Keane Elementary School located?
William C Keane Elementary School is located in the Central State neighborhood of Schenectady, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Central State.
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