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Turnpike Elementary School

55 New Turnpike Rd
Troy, NY 12182
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Turnpike Elementary School serves 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 501 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : 55%
  • : 51% (Top 1% in NY)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Turnpike Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026

School Rankings

The diversity score of Turnpike Elementary School is 0.61, 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)
(11-12)
55%
69%
(11-12)
51%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
15%
15%
White
58%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 schools are Turnpike Elementary School often compared to?
Turnpike Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Troy Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Turnpike Elementary School?
501 students attend Turnpike Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Turnpike Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turnpike Elementary School?
Turnpike Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Turnpike Elementary School offer ?
Turnpike Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turnpike Elementary School part of?
Turnpike Elementary School is part of Lansingburgh Central School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 501 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : 55%
  • : 51% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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