Serving 882 students in grades 5-8, Sand Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (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 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sand Creek Middle School's student population of 882 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Sand Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Creek Middle School is 0.68, 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
#2217 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
52%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Creek Middle School's ranking?
Sand Creek Middle School is ranked #2217 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sand Creek Middle School?
882 students attend Sand Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Sand Creek Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sand Creek Middle School?
Sand Creek Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sand Creek Middle School offer ?
Sand Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sand Creek Middle School part of?
Sand Creek Middle School is part of South Colonie Central School District.
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