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Gordon Creek Elementary School

50 Wood Rd
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gordon Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 452 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 64% (Top 30%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gordon Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Gordon Creek Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A National PTA School of Excellence

School Rankings

Gordon Creek 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 Gordon Creek Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2344 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
64%
52%
32%
49%
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
83%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.30
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gordon Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Gordon Creek Elementary School is ranked #2344 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Gordon Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Gordon Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malta Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gordon Creek Elementary School?
452 students attend Gordon Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Gordon Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon Creek Elementary School?
Gordon Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gordon Creek Elementary School offer ?
Gordon Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gordon Creek Elementary School part of?
Gordon Creek Elementary School is part of Ballston Spa Central School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 452 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 64% (Top 30%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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