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Park Terrace School
Elementary School · GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
40 BLOOMINGDALE AVE, Gloversville, NY 12078
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,683 of 4,742
In Gloversville
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Park Terrace School
Park Terrace School is a public elementary school in Gloversville, NY, part of GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Park Terrace School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Terrace School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,683 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Park Terrace School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Park Terrace 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
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Park Terrace School — Students at Park Terrace School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Park Terrace School Compares
See how Park Terrace School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 BLOOMINGDALE AVE, Gloversville, NY 12078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Terrace School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Fonda), which scores notably higher. Another option is WHEELERVILLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Caroga Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAYFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Mayfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gloversville, see our Gloversville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 miNeighborhood 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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| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 2.7 |
| PS 31 WILLIAM T DAVIS Staten Island, NY | 2.7 |
| PS 329 SURFSIDE Brooklyn, NY | 2.7 |
| PS 35 FRANZ SIEGEL Bronx, NY | 2.7 |
| PS 38 ROBERTO CLEMENTE New York, NY | 2.7 |
| PS 52 Jamaica, NY | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Terrace School
What grades does Park Terrace School serve?
Park Terrace School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Park Terrace School?
Park Terrace School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Terrace School?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Terrace School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Terrace School rank in NY?
Park Terrace School ranks #4,683 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Park Terrace School's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Terrace School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Park Terrace School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Terrace School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Park Terrace School a charter school?
No, Park Terrace School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Terrace School a Title I school?
No, Park Terrace School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Terrace School?
77.4% of students at Park Terrace 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.4%
- Phone
- (518) 775-5750
Resources & Links
District
GLOVERSVILLE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,584
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,721
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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