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#2269 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 48% in state
William H Golding Middle School
Middle School · COBLESKILL-RICHMONDVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
193 GOLDING DR, Cobleskill, NY 12043
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
5th – 10th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
5th – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,269 of 4,742
In Cobleskill
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
COBLESKILL-RICHMONDVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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William H Golding Middle School
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About William H Golding Middle School
William H Golding Middle School is a public middle school in Cobleskill, NY, part of COBLESKILL-RICHMONDVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. William H Golding Middle School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 5th-10th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. William H Golding Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,269 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William H Golding Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at William H Golding 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
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William H Golding Middle School — Students at William H Golding Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
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: 6.2/10.
How William H Golding Middle School Compares
See how William H Golding Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
193 GOLDING DR, Cobleskill, NY 12043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William H Golding Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CANAJOHARIE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Canajoharie), which scores notably higher. Another option is COBLESKILL-RICHMONDVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Richmondville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHARON SPRINGS CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Sharon Springs), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cobleskill, see our Cobleskill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,006
Median Home Value
$171,900
Median Rent
$853/mo
Population
7,883
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William H Golding Middle School
What grades does William H Golding Middle School serve?
William H Golding Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 10th.
How many students attend William H Golding Middle School?
William H Golding Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William H Golding Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at William H Golding Middle School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William H Golding Middle School rank in NY?
William H Golding Middle School ranks #2,269 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William H Golding Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
William H Golding Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 William H Golding Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William H Golding Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William H Golding Middle School a charter school?
No, William H Golding Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William H Golding Middle School a Title I school?
No, William H Golding Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William H Golding Middle School?
41.5% of students at William H Golding 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
- 5th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Schoharie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (518) 234-4032
Resources & Links
District
COBLESKILL-RICHMONDVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,478
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,608
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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