Serving 608 students in grades 6-8, Algonquin Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Algonquin Middle School's student population of 608 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Algonquin Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Algonquin Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1201 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algonquin Middle School's ranking?
Algonquin Middle School is ranked #1201 out of 4,346 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Algonquin Middle School?
608 students attend Algonquin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Algonquin Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Algonquin Middle School?
Algonquin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Algonquin Middle School offer ?
Algonquin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Algonquin Middle School part of?
Algonquin Middle School is part of Averill Park Central School District.
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