Serving 474 students in grades 6-8, Knickerbacker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knickbacker Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Troy, NY, covering approximately 13.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knickerbacker Middle School's student population of 474 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knickerbacker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knickerbacker Middle School is 0.71, 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
#3827 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
School colors not explicitly mentioned
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knickerbacker Middle School's ranking?
Knickerbacker Middle School is ranked #3827 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Knickerbacker Middle School often compared to?
Knickerbacker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoosick Falls High School, Lansingburgh Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Knickerbacker Middle School?
474 students attend Knickerbacker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Knickerbacker Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knickerbacker Middle School?
Knickerbacker Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Knickerbacker Middle School offer ?
Knickerbacker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knickerbacker Middle School part of?
Knickerbacker Middle School is part of Lansingburgh Central School District.
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