Serving 638 students in grades 9-12, Glens Falls Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glens Falls Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Glens Falls Senior High School's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glens Falls Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glens Falls Senior High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#927 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
85%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glens Falls Senior High School's ranking?
Glens Falls Senior High School is ranked #927 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Glens Falls Senior High School often compared to?
Glens Falls Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Queensbury Senior High School, Lake George Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glens Falls Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Glens Falls Senior High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Glens Falls Senior High School?
638 students attend Glens Falls Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Glens Falls Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glens Falls Senior High School?
Glens Falls Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glens Falls Senior High School offer ?
Glens Falls Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glens Falls Senior High School part of?
Glens Falls Senior High School is part of Glens Falls City School District.
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