Very Good
#1723 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 36% in state
Glen-worden Elementary School
Elementary School · SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
30 WORDEN RD, Scotia, NY 12302
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,723 of 4,742
In Scotia
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Glen-worden Elementary School
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About Glen-worden Elementary School
Glen-worden Elementary School is a public elementary school in Scotia, NY, part of SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Glen-worden Elementary School serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen-worden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,723 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Glen-worden Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Glen-worden Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Glen-worden Elementary School — Students at Glen-worden Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 7.0/10.
How Glen-worden Elementary School Compares
See how Glen-worden Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 WORDEN RD, Scotia, NY 12302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glen-worden Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLENDAAL SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACANDAGA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHARLTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Ballston Lake), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Scotia, see our Scotia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Scotia | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| MEKEEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotia | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| SCOTIA-GLENVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scotia | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| YATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| SACANDAGA SCHOOL Scotia | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SCOTIA-GLENVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Scotia | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| DESTINE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| PASHLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scotia | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL Scotia | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ONEIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 3.5 mi | 2.7 |
| GLENCLIFF SCHOOL Rexford | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| GLENDAAL SCHOOL Scotia | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 3.6 mi | 3.5 |
| MONT PLEASANT MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| CHARLTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ballston Lake | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 3.7 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,156
Median Home Value
$240,700
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
27,470
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glen-worden Elementary School
What grades does Glen-worden Elementary School serve?
Glen-worden Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Glen-worden Elementary School?
Glen-worden Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen-worden Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glen-worden Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glen-worden Elementary School rank in NY?
Glen-worden Elementary School ranks #1,723 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Glen-worden Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glen-worden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Glen-worden Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen-worden Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Glen-worden Elementary School a charter school?
No, Glen-worden Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glen-worden Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Glen-worden Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen-worden Elementary School?
25.7% of students at Glen-worden Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 206
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Schenectady County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (518) 346-0469
Resources & Links
District
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,195
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,004
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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