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Glens Falls Middle School

Middle School · GLENS FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

20 QUADE ST, Glens Falls, NY 12801

Enrollment

612

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,405 of 4,742

In Glens Falls

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

GLENS FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.2/10

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About Glens Falls Middle School

Glens Falls Middle School is a public middle school in Glens Falls, NY, part of GLENS FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Glens Falls Middle School serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Glens Falls Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,405 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Glens Falls Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Glens Falls Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.2 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,312
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Glens Falls Middle School — Students at Glens Falls Middle School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
35.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.9% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 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
91%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
21.6%
ELA
45.6%
2022
Math
35.8%
ELA
46.5%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Glens Falls Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in NY
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Location

20 QUADE ST, Glens Falls, NY 12801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glens Falls Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. QUEENSBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Queensbury), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OLIVER W WINCH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby South Glens Falls), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glens Falls, see our Glens Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glens Falls 0.0 mi 7.9
KENSINGTON ROAD SCHOOL Glens Falls 0.5 mi 7.4
BIG CROSS STREET SCHOOL Glens Falls 0.6 mi 4.7
ST MARY-ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glens Falls 0.9 mi 5.6
JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL Glens Falls 1.4 mi 5.8
ABRAHAM WING SCHOOL Glens Falls 1.5 mi 3.5
TANGLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 2.1 mi 3.4
SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL South Glens Falls 2.2 mi 8.2
OLIVER W WINCH MIDDLE SCHOOL South Glens Falls 1.7 mi 5.5
QUEENSBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Queensbury 1.9 mi 6.2
QUEENSBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Queensbury 2.1 mi 6.4
QUEENSBURY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Queensbury 2.1 mi 8.0
WILLIAM H BARTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queensbury 2.3 mi 5.2
MOREAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 2.9 mi 4.5
MARGARET MURPHY KINDERGARTEN CENTER Hudson Falls 4.0 mi 5.4
WASHINGTON-SARATOGA-WARREN-HAMILTON-ESSEX BOCES Hudson Falls 4.1 mi 5.7
HUDSON FALLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Hudson Falls 4.1 mi 5.5
FORT EDWARD SCHOOL Fort Edward 4.6 mi 5.2
HUDSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Hudson Falls 4.4 mi 6.7
HUDSON FALLS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Hudson Falls 4.5 mi 4.3

Neighborhood 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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HOWARD T HERBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Malverne, NY 5.2
JENNIE F SNAPP MIDDLE SCHOOL Endicott, NY 5.2
SUNSET PARK PREP Brooklyn, NY 5.2
WILLOW GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thiells, NY 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glens Falls Middle School

What grades does Glens Falls Middle School serve?

Glens Falls Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Glens Falls Middle School?

Glens Falls Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glens Falls Middle School?

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

Glens Falls Middle School ranks #3,405 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Glens Falls Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glens Falls Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Glens Falls Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glens Falls Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Glens Falls Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Glens Falls Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

46.1% of students at Glens Falls 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

GLENS FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,036
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,312
District Rank
#4 of 5

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