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Tanglewood Elementary School

Elementary School · SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

60 TANGLEWOOD DR, South Glens Falls, NY 12803

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,548 of 4,742

In South Glens Falls

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Tanglewood Elementary School

3.4/10

Elementary School in South Glens Falls · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tanglewood Elementary School

Tanglewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in South Glens Falls, NY, part of SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Tanglewood Elementary School serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tanglewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,548 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Tanglewood Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-18.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.5 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,627
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Tanglewood Elementary School — Students at Tanglewood Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (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
97%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47.3%
ELA
54.8%
2022
Math
35.1%
ELA
30.4%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Tanglewood Elementary School Compares

See how Tanglewood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in NY
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Location

60 TANGLEWOOD DR, South Glens Falls, NY 12803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tanglewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KENSINGTON ROAD SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Glens Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEENSBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Queensbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Glens Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Glens Falls, see our South Glens Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL South Glens Falls 0.3 mi 8.2
BIG CROSS STREET SCHOOL Glens Falls 1.5 mi 4.7
GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.0 mi 7.9
GLENS FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.1 mi 5.2
MOREAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Glens Falls 1.6 mi 4.5
OLIVER W WINCH MIDDLE SCHOOL South Glens Falls 1.9 mi 5.5
ST MARY-ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.2 mi 5.6
KENSINGTON ROAD SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.5 mi 7.4
ABRAHAM WING SCHOOL Glens Falls 2.7 mi 3.5
JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL Glens Falls 3.1 mi 5.8
QUEENSBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Queensbury 3.7 mi 6.2
QUEENSBURY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Queensbury 3.8 mi 8.0
QUEENSBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Queensbury 3.9 mi 6.4
WILLIAM H BARTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queensbury 4.1 mi 5.2
FORT EDWARD SCHOOL Fort Edward 3.9 mi 5.2
MARGARET MURPHY KINDERGARTEN CENTER Hudson Falls 4.2 mi 5.4
WASHINGTON-SARATOGA-WARREN-HAMILTON-ESSEX BOCES Hudson Falls 4.7 mi 5.7
HUDSON FALLS PRIMARY SCHOOL Hudson Falls 4.9 mi 5.5
HUDSON FALLS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Hudson Falls 4.8 mi 4.3
HUDSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Hudson Falls 5.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood 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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DOLGEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dolgeville, NY 3.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tanglewood Elementary School

What grades does Tanglewood Elementary School serve?

Tanglewood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Tanglewood Elementary School?

Tanglewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tanglewood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tanglewood Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tanglewood Elementary School rank in NY?

Tanglewood Elementary School ranks #4,548 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Tanglewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tanglewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Tanglewood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tanglewood Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tanglewood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Tanglewood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Tanglewood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tanglewood Elementary School?

36.1% of students at Tanglewood 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Saratoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

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