Below Average
#3788 of 4,742 schools in NY
Big Cross Street School
Elementary School · GLENS FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
15 BIG CROSS ST, Glens Falls, NY 12801
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,788 of 4,742
In Glens Falls
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
GLENS FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Big Cross Street School
Big Cross Street School is a public elementary school in Glens Falls, NY, part of GLENS FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Big Cross Street School serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Big Cross Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,788 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Big Cross Street School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Big Cross Street School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Big Cross Street School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Big Cross Street School — Students at Big Cross Street School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.5/10.
How Big Cross Street School Compares
See how Big Cross Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15 BIG CROSS ST, Glens Falls, NY 12801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Cross Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KENSINGTON ROAD SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEENSBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Queensbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glens Falls, see our Glens Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,019
Median Home Value
$196,000
Median Rent
$1,050/mo
Population
14,689
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Cross Street School
What grades does Big Cross Street School serve?
Big Cross Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Big Cross Street School?
Big Cross Street School has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Cross Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Cross Street School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Big Cross Street School rank in NY?
Big Cross Street School ranks #3,788 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Big Cross Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Big Cross Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Big Cross Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Big Cross Street School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Big Cross Street School a charter school?
No, Big Cross Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Cross Street School a Title I school?
No, Big Cross Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Cross Street School?
49.8% of students at Big Cross Street 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 207
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Warren County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (518) 792-2619
Resources & Links
District
GLENS FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,036
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,312
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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