SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the SOUTH GLENS FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in SOUTH GLENS FALLS, NY with about 942 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 66 teachers, SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located at 42 Merritt Road in South Glens Falls, New York, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the South Glens Falls Central School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic rigor, personal growth, and community responsibility. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a diverse array of core academic subjects alongside various elective opportunities that cater to a wide range of student interests and career aspirations.

Beyond its academic offerings, the high school places a strong emphasis on the "whole student" by encouraging participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts programs. These opportunities are intended to build character, leadership, and school spirit, helping students develop into well-rounded individuals. With a focus on innovation and community engagement, the district maintains a collaborative culture where faculty, staff, and families work together to ensure that every student is equipped with the tools necessary to navigate the challenges of the 21st century.

For more information, contact SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (518) 792-9987 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

42 MERRITT RD
SOUTH GLENS FALLS, NY 12803-5499
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SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in SOUTH GLENS FALLS, NY with about 942 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
942
Teachers:
66.02
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 942 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH GLENS FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.

White
93.2%
Hispanic/Latino
2.9%
Asian
1.4%
Black or African American
1.3%
Two or more races
1.3%

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.