Serving 196 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glen-worden Elementary 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glen-Worden Elementary School serves the southeast part of Schenectady, NY, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen-worden Elementary School's student population of 196 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glen-worden Elementary 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 Glen-worden Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1809 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen-worden Elementary School's ranking?
Glen-worden Elementary School is ranked #1809 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Glen-worden Elementary School?
196 students attend Glen-worden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Glen-worden Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen-worden Elementary School?
Glen-worden Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glen-worden Elementary School offer ?
Glen-worden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen-worden Elementary School part of?
Glen-worden Elementary School is part of Scotia-Glenville Central School District.
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