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Ballston Spa Middle School

Middle School · BALLSTON SPA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

210 BALLSTON AVE, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Enrollment

897

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,052 of 4,742

In Ballston Spa

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

BALLSTON SPA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Ballston Spa Middle School

6.6/10

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About Ballston Spa Middle School

Ballston Spa Middle School is a public middle school in Ballston Spa, NY, part of BALLSTON SPA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ballston Spa Middle School serves approximately 897 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ballston Spa Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,052 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ballston Spa Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,838
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Ballston Spa Middle School — Students at Ballston Spa Middle School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
47.4%
ELA
50.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Ballston Spa Middle School Compares

See how Ballston Spa Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in NY
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
88 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Location

210 BALLSTON AVE, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ballston Spa Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Burnt Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ballston Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BALLSTON SPA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ballston Spa, see our Ballston Spa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
BALLSTON SPA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ballston Spa 0.1 mi 8.3
GORDON CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Spa 0.8 mi 6.1
WOOD ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Spa 0.9 mi 6.0
MILTON TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Spa 0.9 mi 7.2
ST MARY S SCHOOL Ballston Spa 1.0 mi 5.4
MALTA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Spa 1.0 mi 7.8
MALTA MONTESSORI Malta 3.4 mi 6.1
GEYSER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs 4.7 mi 6.1
CHANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake 4.7 mi 8.5
FRANCIS L STEVENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake 5.9 mi 8.1
BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burnt Hills 5.8 mi 8.6
SARATOGA SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Saratoga Springs 6.3 mi 8.0
RICHARD H O'ROURKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Burnt Hills 6.4 mi 6.8
DIVISION STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs 6.8 mi 6.9
KETCHUM-GRANDE SCHOOL OF THE CHARLTON SCHOOL. Burnt Hills 6.6 mi 5.6
SARATOGA CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Saratoga Springs 6.8 mi 6.1
WALDORF SCHOOL OF SARATOGA SPRINGS Saratoga Springs 6.9 mi 6.1
CHARLTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake 7.2 mi 6.9
LAKE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs 7.4 mi 8.3
CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs 7.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,727

Median Home Value

$299,600

Median Rent

$1,562/mo

Population

34,140

College Educated

42.6%

Homeownership

69.8%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

42.8

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HICKSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hicksville, NY 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ballston Spa Middle School

What grades does Ballston Spa Middle School serve?

Ballston Spa Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Ballston Spa Middle School?

Ballston Spa Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 897 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ballston Spa Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ballston Spa Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ballston Spa Middle School rank in NY?

Ballston Spa Middle School ranks #2,052 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ballston Spa Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ballston Spa Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ballston Spa Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ballston Spa Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ballston Spa Middle School a charter school?

No, Ballston Spa Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ballston Spa Middle School a Title I school?

No, Ballston Spa Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ballston Spa Middle School?

31.4% of students at Ballston Spa Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
897
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
88
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Saratoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

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