Serving 939 students in grades 9-12, South Glens Falls Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire South Glens Falls school district, covering approximately 66.3 square miles. Families in the area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.6 miles and the furthest edge located 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Glens Falls Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Glens Falls Senior High School's student population of 939 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
939 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
South Glens Falls 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 South Glens Falls Senior High School is 0.15, 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
#1496 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
92%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
87%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Glens Falls Senior High School's ranking?
South Glens Falls Senior High School is ranked #1496 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Glens Falls Senior High School often compared to?
South Glens Falls Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saratoga Springs High School, Schuylerville High School, Ballston Spa Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Glens Falls Senior High School?
The graduation rate of South Glens Falls Senior High School is 87%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend South Glens Falls Senior High School?
939 students attend South Glens Falls Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Glens Falls Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Glens Falls Senior High School?
South Glens Falls Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Glens Falls Senior High School offer ?
South Glens Falls Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Glens Falls Senior High School part of?
South Glens Falls Senior High School is part of South Glens Falls Central School District.
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