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#3166 of 4,742 schools in NY
Oliver W Winch Middle School
Middle School · SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
99 HUDSON ST, South Glens Falls, NY 12803
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,166 of 4,742
In South Glens Falls
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Oliver W Winch Middle School
Oliver W Winch Middle School is a public middle school in South Glens Falls, NY, part of SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oliver W Winch Middle School serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Oliver W Winch Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,166 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Oliver W Winch Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Oliver W Winch Middle School — Students at Oliver W Winch Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.8%
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: 4.3/10.
How Oliver W Winch Middle School Compares
See how Oliver W Winch Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
99 HUDSON ST, South Glens Falls, NY 12803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oliver W Winch Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. QUEENSBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Queensbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GLENS FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Glens Falls), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HUDSON FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Hudson Falls), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Glens Falls, see our South Glens Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,913
Median Home Value
$222,600
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
8,915
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oliver W Winch Middle School
What grades does Oliver W Winch Middle School serve?
Oliver W Winch Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Oliver W Winch Middle School?
Oliver W Winch Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oliver W Winch Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oliver W Winch Middle School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oliver W Winch Middle School rank in NY?
Oliver W Winch Middle School ranks #3,166 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Oliver W Winch Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oliver W Winch Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Oliver W Winch Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oliver W Winch Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Oliver W Winch Middle School a charter school?
No, Oliver W Winch Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oliver W Winch Middle School a Title I school?
No, Oliver W Winch Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oliver W Winch Middle School?
39.8% of students at Oliver W Winch 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Saratoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (518) 792-5891
Resources & Links
District
SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,951
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,627
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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