Serving 1,423 students in grades 6-8, Shaker 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 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shaker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shaker Middle School's student population of 1,423 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shaker 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 Shaker Middle School is 0.60, 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
#990 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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 Shaker Middle School's ranking?
Shaker Middle School is ranked #990 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Shaker Middle School?
1,423 students attend Shaker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Shaker Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shaker Middle School?
Shaker Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shaker Middle School offer ?
Shaker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shaker Middle School part of?
Shaker Middle School is part of North Colonie Csd School District.
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