BALLSTON SPA MIDDLE SCHOOL
945 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Ballston Spa Middle School, located at 210 Ballston Ave in Ballston Spa, New York, serves as a central hub for the district’s adolescent learners, typically bridging the gap between elementary and high school education. As part of the Ballston Spa Central School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that addresses the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of students during their formative middle school years. The curriculum is designed to challenge students through a variety of core subjects while also offering opportunities for personal growth through extracurricular activities and elective courses.
The school emphasizes community involvement and the development of well-rounded individuals. By providing a structure that encourages critical thinking and collaboration, Ballston Spa Middle School aims to prepare its students for the rigor of the high school experience and beyond. Parents and community members are encouraged to stay engaged through the school's digital resources, which provide updates on academic programs, school events, and administrative information, ensuring a strong partnership between the home and the learning environment.
The school emphasizes community involvement and the development of well-rounded individuals. By providing a structure that encourages critical thinking and collaboration, Ballston Spa Middle School aims to prepare its students for the rigor of the high school experience and beyond. Parents and community members are encouraged to stay engaged through the school's digital resources, which provide updates on academic programs, school events, and administrative information, ensuring a strong partnership between the home and the learning environment.
945
Total Students
88.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 798 |
| Hispanic | 58 |
| Black | 23 |
| Asian | 20 |
| Two or More | 41 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White798 (84.7 %)
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Hispanic58 (6.2 %)
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Two or More41 (4.4 %)
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Black23 (2.4 %)
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Asian20 (2.1 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | BALLSTON SPA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (518)884-7200 |
| Website: | http://www.bscsd.org/middle.cfm |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 945 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 88.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 278 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 13 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
295
Grade 7
319
Grade 8
319
Ungraded
12
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 295 |
| Grade 7 | 319 |
| Grade 8 | 319 |
| Ungraded | 12 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 472 | 49.9% |
| Male | 470 | 49.7% |
| Not Specified | 3 | 0.4% |
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