Best Public Schools in Glens Falls, NY


Summary:

The city of Glens Falls, New York is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance across these schools, with some standouts and others underperforming.

At the top is Kensington Road School, an elementary school that consistently ranks among the top 400 in New York state. It boasts strong test scores, with over 60% of 3rd graders and 74% of 4th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts. In math, 67% of 3rd graders and 80% of 4th graders are proficient or better. In contrast, Big Cross Street School and Abraham Wing School rank in the bottom 20-25% of New York elementary schools, with significantly lower test scores.

At the high school level, Glens Falls Senior High School stands out as a strong performer, with high proficiency rates on Regents exams and a 4-year graduation rate of 84.3% - above the district and state averages. However, the district as a whole faces challenges, with wide disparities in spending per student, ranging from $7,407 at Kensington Road School to $28,181 at Abraham Wing School. Further analysis is needed to understand the factors contributing to these performance gaps and ensure equitable access to educational resources across the Glens Falls City School District and Glens Falls Common School District.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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