Lisha Kill Middle School

68 Waterman Ave
Albany, NY 12205
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 646 students in grades 5-8, Lisha Kill Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 646 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lisha Kill Middle School's student population of 646 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers

School Rankings

Lisha Kill Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lisha Kill Middle School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2049 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
49%
46%
48%
49%
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lisha Kill Middle School's ranking?
Lisha Kill Middle School is ranked #2049 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lisha Kill Middle School?
646 students attend Lisha Kill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lisha Kill Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lisha Kill Middle School?
Lisha Kill Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lisha Kill Middle School offer ?
Lisha Kill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lisha Kill Middle School part of?
Lisha Kill Middle School is part of South Colonie Central School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 646 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 38%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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