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Gloversville Middle School

Middle School · GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 593, Gloversville, NY 12078

Enrollment

562

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

3.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,495 of 4,742

In Gloversville

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Gloversville Middle School

3.5/10

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

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About Gloversville Middle School

Gloversville Middle School is a public middle school in Gloversville, NY, part of GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gloversville Middle School serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gloversville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,495 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Gloversville Middle School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below NY schools
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Gloversville Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

43% of students at Gloversville Middle 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 Progress2.8Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-30.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34.1 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment6.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,721
Chronic Absenteeism43.4%

Gloversville Middle School — Students at Gloversville Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (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
76%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2013
Math
16%
ELA
15%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
5.8%
ELA
34.8%
2022
Math
8.8%
ELA
28.7%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Gloversville Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in NY
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

Location

PO BOX 593, Gloversville, NY 12078

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gloversville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FONDA-FULTONVILLE 5-8 SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Fonda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILBUR H LYNCH LITERACY ACADEMY (rated 3.1/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Amsterdam), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gloversville, see our Gloversville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.1 mi
School Distance Rating
GLOVERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gloversville 0.1 mi 6.7
PARK TERRACE SCHOOL Gloversville 1.3 mi 2.7
KINGSBOROUGH SCHOOL Gloversville 1.3 mi 3.0
PLEASANT AVENUE SCHOOL Johnstown 2.2 mi 2.5
BOULEVARD SCHOOL Gloversville 1.9 mi 3.7
JOHNSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Johnstown 3.1 mi 4.8
WARREN STREET SCHOOL Johnstown 3.2 mi 5.4
FONDA-FULTONVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fonda 6.5 mi 8.9
FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL Fonda 6.5 mi 8.2
FONDA-FULTONVILLE 5-8 SCHOOL Fonda 6.5 mi 6.5
HAMILTON-FULTON-MONTGOMERY BOCES Johnstown 5.8 mi 5.7
MAYFIELD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Mayfield 6.2 mi 7.3
MAYFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayfield 6.6 mi 5.9
WHEELERVILLE SCHOOL Caroga Lake 8.4 mi 6.6
BROADALBIN-PERTH JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Broadalbin 8.9 mi 4.8
BROADALBIN-PERTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amsterdam 9.1 mi 5.6
RAPHAEL J MCNULTY ACADEMY FOR INTERN STUDIES & LITERACY Amsterdam 11.1 mi 3.0
WILBUR H LYNCH LITERACY ACADEMY Amsterdam 11.2 mi 3.1
WILLIAM H BARKLEY MICROSOCIETY Amsterdam 11.6 mi 3.5
MILLCREEK SCHOOL Fort Plain 11.1 mi

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

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NORTH BRONX SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT Bronx, NY 3.5
PERSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamestown, NY 3.5
PS 206 JOSE CELSO BARBOSA New York, NY 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gloversville Middle School

What grades does Gloversville Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Gloversville Middle School?

Gloversville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Gloversville Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gloversville Middle School rank in NY?

Gloversville Middle School ranks #4,495 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Gloversville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gloversville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Gloversville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gloversville Middle School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gloversville Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Gloversville Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

72.1% of students at Gloversville 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

District

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

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