Serving 1,149 students in grades 6-8, Farnsworth Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farnsworth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Farnsworth Middle School's student population of 1,149 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
School Rankings
Farnsworth Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farnsworth Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1239 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
70%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnsworth Middle School's ranking?
Farnsworth Middle School is ranked #1239 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Farnsworth Middle School often compared to?
Farnsworth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethlehem Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Farnsworth Middle School?
1,149 students attend Farnsworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Farnsworth Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farnsworth Middle School?
Farnsworth Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Farnsworth Middle School offer ?
Farnsworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Farnsworth Middle School part of?
Farnsworth Middle School is part of Guilderland Central School District.
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