Serving 630 students in grades 6-8, William S Hackett 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 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William S Hackett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
William S Hackett Middle School's student population of 630 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
William S Hackett 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 William S Hackett Middle School is 0.74, 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
#3351 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
39%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
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 William S Hackett Middle School's ranking?
William S Hackett Middle School is ranked #3351 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William S Hackett Middle School often compared to?
William S Hackett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William S Hackett Middle School?
630 students attend William S Hackett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of William S Hackett Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William S Hackett Middle School?
William S Hackett Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William S Hackett Middle School offer ?
William S Hackett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William S Hackett Middle School part of?
William S Hackett Middle School is part of Albany City School District.
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