WILBUR H LYNCH LITERACY ACADEMY

WILBUR H LYNCH LITERACY ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the AMSTERDAM CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in AMSTERDAM, NY with about 818 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 66 teachers, WILBUR H LYNCH LITERACY ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Wilbur H. Lynch Literacy Academy is a public middle school located in Amsterdam, New York, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Greater Amsterdam School District, the academy places a specialized focus on literacy as a foundational element of its academic programming, aiming to prepare students for the rigors of high school through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive community environment that addresses the developmental needs of early adolescents. The academy utilizes its location on Brandt Place to serve as a central hub for the district’s middle-grade students, providing various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to engage pupils both inside and outside the classroom. For those seeking further information on school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the official website at [www.gasd.org](http://www.gasd.org) serves as the primary resource for families and community members.

For more information, contact WILBUR H LYNCH LITERACY ACADEMY at (518) 843-3716 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.