Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glendaal School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Glendaal School serves the northern part of Schenectady, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 21.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary located 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glendaal School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Glendaal School's student population of 224 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glendaal School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendaal School is 0.24, 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
#1003 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
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)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendaal School's ranking?
Glendaal School is ranked #1003 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Glendaal School often compared to?
Glendaal Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Bush Elementary School, Birchwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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).
How many students attend Glendaal School?
224 students attend Glendaal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Glendaal School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glendaal School?
Glendaal School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glendaal School offer ?
Glendaal School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glendaal School part of?
Glendaal School is part of Scotia-Glenville Central School District.
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