Serving 1,392 students in grades 6-8, Maple Avenue 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Maple Avenue Middle School's student population of 1,392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maple Avenue 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 Maple Avenue Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1104 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
87%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Maple Avenue Middle School is ranked #1104 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Maple Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Maple Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballston Spa Middle School, Oliver W Winch Middle School, Schuylerville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Maple Avenue Middle School?
1,392 students attend Maple Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Maple Avenue Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maple Avenue Middle School?
Maple Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maple Avenue Middle School offer ?
Maple Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Maple Avenue Middle School part of?
Maple Avenue Middle School is part of Saratoga Springs City School District.
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