Serving 733 students in grades 6-8, Troy 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Troy Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Troy, NY, encompassing approximately 10.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Troy Middle School's student population of 733 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
We can. We will. End of Story.
School Rankings
Troy 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 Troy Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#3204 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
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)39.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy Middle School's ranking?
Troy Middle School is ranked #3204 out of 4,346 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Troy Middle School?
733 students attend Troy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Troy Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Troy Middle School?
Troy Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Troy Middle School offer ?
Troy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Troy Middle School part of?
Troy Middle School is part of Troy City School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
The school is horrible, I currently go there and would never send my child through that hell.
Review Troy Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
