Serving 873 students in grades 5-8, Sand Creek 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 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 873 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sand Creek Middle School serves the southeast part of Albany, NY, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles, where most students live within a 5-10 minute drive and the furthest edge of the zone is about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sand Creek Middle School's student population of 873 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
873 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
All students can learn well.
School Rankings
Sand Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 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 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1963 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolf Pack
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Creek Middle School's ranking?
Sand Creek Middle School is ranked #1963 out of 4,346 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
873 students attend Sand Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sand Creek Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 8% 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 11:1, which is equal to 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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