Serving 811 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 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Troy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Troy Middle School's student population of 811 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Troy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#3496 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
37%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #3496 out of 4,093 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Troy Middle School?
811 students attend Troy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Troy Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Troy Middle School?
Troy Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Troy Middle School offer ?
Troy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Troy Middle School part of?
Troy Middle School is part of Troy City School District.
School Reviews
1 6/16/2020
The school is horrible, I currently go there and would never send my child through that hell.
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