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Oliver W Winch Middle School

99 Hudson St
South Glens Falls, NY 12803
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, Oliver W Winch Middle 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 52% (which is equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than 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 Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 659 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 80% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Oliver W Winch Middle School's student population of 659 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers

School Rankings

Oliver W Winch Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oliver W Winch Middle 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1933 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
52%
52%
51%
49%
80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oliver W Winch Middle School's ranking?
Oliver W Winch Middle School is ranked #1933 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Oliver W Winch Middle School often compared to?
Oliver W Winch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Avenue Middle School, Richard H O'rourke Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Oliver W Winch Middle School?
659 students attend Oliver W Winch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Oliver W Winch Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver W Winch Middle School?
Oliver W Winch Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oliver W Winch Middle School offer ?
Oliver W Winch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oliver W Winch Middle School part of?
Oliver W Winch Middle School is part of South Glens Falls Central School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I absolutely love this school. I honestly never liked school, but then I came to Oliver Winch and I love the lockers we get to have and the awesome teachers, they are so nice! Also make school fun and educational at the same time!(:
- Posted by Student/Alumni - ashle
5   10/10/2025
It's fine and all but I wish we had more diversity and more teaching on different religions.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Secret

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 659 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 80% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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