For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,034 students in 12309, NY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 12309, NY are Iroquois Middle School and Van Antwerp Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 12309 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New York public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12309, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12309, NY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Iroquois Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2495 Rosendale Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Grades: 6-8
| 613 students
Rank: #22.
Van Antwerp Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2253 Story Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Grades: 6-8
| 421 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 12309, NY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 12309, NY include Iroquois Middle School and Van Antwerp Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12309?
2 public middle schools are located in 12309.
What is the racial composition of students in 12309?
12309 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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