Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Saddlewood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saddlewood Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saddlewood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saddlewood Elementary School is 0.56, which is less 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
#1747 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
64%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saddlewood Elementary School's ranking?
Saddlewood Elementary School is ranked #1747 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Saddlewood Elementary School often compared to?
Saddlewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guilderland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Saddlewood Elementary School?
351 students attend Saddlewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Saddlewood Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saddlewood Elementary School?
Saddlewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saddlewood Elementary School offer ?
Saddlewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saddlewood Elementary School part of?
Saddlewood Elementary School is part of South Colonie Central School District.
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