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Farnsworth Middle School

Middle School · GUILDERLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

6072 STATE FARM RD, Guilderland, NY 12084

Enrollment

1,149

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,159 of 4,742

In Guilderland

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

GUILDERLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Farnsworth Middle School

6.5/10

Middle School in Guilderland · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Farnsworth Middle School

Farnsworth Middle School is a public middle school in Guilderland, NY, part of GUILDERLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Farnsworth Middle School serves approximately 1,149 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Farnsworth Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,159 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Farnsworth Middle School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+17 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,904
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Farnsworth Middle School — Students at Farnsworth Middle School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
56.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 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
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
56.6%
ELA
65.3%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Farnsworth Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in NY
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
113 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

Location

6072 STATE FARM RD, Guilderland, NY 12084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farnsworth Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CLAYTON A BOUTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Voorheesville), which scores notably higher. Another option is GUILDERLAND HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Guilderland Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY OF THE HOLY NAMES (rated 7.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Albany), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Guilderland, see our Guilderland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
GUILDERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guilderland 0.8 mi 6.3
WESTMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 1.8 mi 5.5
VOORHEESVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Voorheesville 3.5 mi 7.0
RIVER RUN COMMUNITY MONTESSORI Schenectady 4.1 mi
LYNNWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady 3.5 mi 7.4
BETHLEHEM CHILDRENS SCHOOL Slingerlands 4.5 mi
GUILDERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Guilderland Center 3.5 mi 8.2
ST MADELEINE SOPHIE SCHOOL Schenectady 4.3 mi 5.9
LISHA KILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany 4.5 mi 6.4
PINE BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady 4.5 mi 6.2
SADDLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 4.1 mi 5.5
SLINGERLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar 4.7 mi 7.2
VEEDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 4.8 mi 5.4
ACADEMY OF THE HOLY NAMES Albany 4.1 mi 7.5
ANNUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Schenectady 5.0 mi 7.3
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady 5.2 mi 5.1
FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 4.3 mi 6.5
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady 5.6 mi 5.1
EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 4.2 mi 5.8
CLAYTON A BOUTON HIGH SCHOOL Voorheesville 4.8 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,968

Median Home Value

$325,800

Median Rent

$1,589/mo

Population

5,054

College Educated

60.1%

Homeownership

24.1%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

34.3

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School Rating
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IS 125 THOMAS J MCCANN WOODSIDE Woodside, NY 6.5
IS 145 JOSEPH PULITZER Jackson Heights, NY 6.5
JHS 202 ROBERT H GODDARD Ozone Park, NY 6.5
MINISINK VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Slate Hill, NY 6.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farnsworth Middle School

What grades does Farnsworth Middle School serve?

Farnsworth Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Farnsworth Middle School?

Farnsworth Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,149 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farnsworth Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Farnsworth 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 Farnsworth Middle School rank in NY?

Farnsworth Middle School ranks #2,159 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Farnsworth Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Farnsworth Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Farnsworth Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Farnsworth Middle School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Farnsworth Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Farnsworth Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

24.8% of students at Farnsworth 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,149
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
113
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Albany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

District

GUILDERLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,906
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,904
District Rank
#3 of 7

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