Serving 419 students in grades 6-12, Galway Junior/senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Galway Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Galway, NY, covering approximately 98.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching a maximum of 10 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galway Junior/senior High School's student population of 419 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Galway Junior/senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galway Junior/senior High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1313 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Golden Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galway Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Galway Junior/senior High School is ranked #1313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Galway Junior/senior High School often compared to?
Galway Junior/senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballston Spa Senior High School, Burnt Hills-ballston Lake Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galway Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Galway Junior/senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Galway Junior/senior High School?
419 students attend Galway Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Galway Junior/senior High School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galway Junior/senior High School?
Galway Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Galway Junior/senior High School offer ?
Galway Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Galway Junior/senior High School part of?
Galway Junior/senior High School is part of Galway Central School District.
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