Serving 442 students in grades 6-8, Van Antwerp Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Antwerp Middle School serves a central area in Schenectady, NY, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Antwerp Middle School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Antwerp Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Antwerp Middle School is 0.61, 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
#914 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Antwerp Middle School's ranking?
Van Antwerp Middle School is ranked #914 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Van Antwerp Middle School often compared to?
Van Antwerp Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iroquois Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Van Antwerp Middle School?
442 students attend Van Antwerp Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Van Antwerp Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Antwerp Middle School?
Van Antwerp Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Antwerp Middle School offer ?
Van Antwerp Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Antwerp Middle School part of?
Van Antwerp Middle School is part of Niskayuna Central School District.
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