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#4397 of 4,742 schools in NY

Boulevard School

Elementary School · GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

56 EAST BLVD, Gloversville, NY 12078

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

3.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,397 of 4,742

In Gloversville

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Boulevard School

3.7/10

Elementary School in Gloversville · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Boulevard School

Boulevard School is a public elementary school in Gloversville, NY, part of GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Boulevard School serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Boulevard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,397 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Boulevard School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.1
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Boulevard 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-36.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-40.8 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,721
Chronic Absenteeism42.3%

Boulevard School — Students at Boulevard School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (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
88%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
23.8%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
16.9%
ELA
20.1%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Boulevard School Compares

See how Boulevard School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in NY
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

Location

56 EAST BLVD, Gloversville, NY 12078

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boulevard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Fonda), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAYFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Mayfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROADALBIN-PERTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Amsterdam), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gloversville, see our Gloversville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
KINGSBOROUGH SCHOOL Gloversville 1.0 mi 3.0
PARK TERRACE SCHOOL Gloversville 1.4 mi 2.7
GLOVERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gloversville 1.8 mi 6.7
GLOVERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Gloversville 1.9 mi 3.5
PLEASANT AVENUE SCHOOL Johnstown 3.3 mi 2.5
WARREN STREET SCHOOL Johnstown 4.2 mi 5.4
JOHNSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Johnstown 4.2 mi 4.8
HAMILTON-FULTON-MONTGOMERY BOCES Johnstown 5.1 mi 5.7
MAYFIELD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Mayfield 4.7 mi 7.3
MAYFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayfield 5.1 mi 5.9
FONDA-FULTONVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fonda 6.9 mi 8.9
FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL Fonda 6.9 mi 8.2
FONDA-FULTONVILLE 5-8 SCHOOL Fonda 6.9 mi 6.5
BROADALBIN-PERTH JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Broadalbin 7.0 mi 4.8
BROADALBIN-PERTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amsterdam 7.4 mi 5.6
RAPHAEL J MCNULTY ACADEMY FOR INTERN STUDIES & LITERACY Amsterdam 9.8 mi 3.0
WILBUR H LYNCH LITERACY ACADEMY Amsterdam 10.0 mi 3.1
WILLIAM H BARKLEY MICROSOCIETY Amsterdam 10.5 mi 3.5
AMSTERDAM HIGH SCHOOL Amsterdam 9.8 mi 6.2
WILLIAM B TECLER ARTS IN EDUCATION Amsterdam 10.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,565

Median Home Value

$122,400

Median Rent

$908/mo

Population

23,087

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

39

Similar Schools

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School Rating
AURA A COLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Central Square, NY 3.7
BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY 3.7
BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY 3.7
BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS Rochester, NY 3.7
BURTON STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cazenovia, NY 3.7
GRANBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton, NY 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boulevard School

What grades does Boulevard School serve?

Boulevard School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Boulevard School?

Boulevard School has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boulevard School?

The student-teacher ratio at Boulevard School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boulevard School rank in NY?

Boulevard School ranks #4,397 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Boulevard School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boulevard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Boulevard School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boulevard School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Boulevard School a charter school?

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

Is Boulevard School a Title I school?

No, Boulevard School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boulevard School?

73.0% of students at Boulevard 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

District

GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,584
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,721
District Rank
#2 of 5

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