Serving 196 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glendaal 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is equal to 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Glendaal School's student population of 196 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glendaal School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendaal School is 0.15, 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
#1328 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendaal School's ranking?
Glendaal School is ranked #1328 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
196 students attend Glendaal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Glendaal School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glendaal School?
Glendaal School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glendaal School offer ?
Glendaal School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glendaal School part of?
Glendaal School is part of Scotia-Glenville Central School District.
School Reviews
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