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#2640 of 4,742 schools in NY
North Albany Academy Middle School
Middle School · ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
570 N PEARL ST, Albany, NY 12204
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,640 of 4,742
In Albany
#10 of 32
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About North Albany Academy Middle School
North Albany Academy Middle School is a public middle school in Albany, NY, part of ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Albany Academy Middle School serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Albany Academy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,640 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for North Albany Academy Middle School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at North Albany Academy Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, North Albany Academy Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
61% of students at North Albany Academy Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North Albany Academy Middle School — Students at North Albany Academy Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How North Albany Academy Middle School Compares
See how North Albany Academy Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
570 N PEARL ST, Albany, NY 12204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Albany Academy Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DOANE STUART SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rensselaer), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| MENANDS SCHOOL Menands | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP TECH VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Albany | 0.8 mi | 2.1 |
| DOANE STUART SCHOOL Rensselaer | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| RENSSELAER JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rensselaer | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| VAN RENSSELAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rensselaer | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| SHERIDAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Albany | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| CASTLE ISLAND BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Albany | 1.7 mi | — |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Albany | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| BISHOP MAGINN HIGH SCHOOL Albany | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| ROOTS ACADEMY AT WEST HILL Albany | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| LOUDONVILLE SCHOOL Loudonville | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| WILLIAM S HACKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| THOMAS S O'BRIEN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Albany | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Albany | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL Albany | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ST ANNE INSTITUTE Albany | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL Albany | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,197
Median Home Value
$226,300
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
8,423
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
29.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
33.7
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| HOMER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer, NY | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Albany Academy Middle School
What grades does North Albany Academy Middle School serve?
North Albany Academy Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend North Albany Academy Middle School?
North Albany Academy Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Albany Academy Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Albany Academy Middle School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Albany Academy Middle School rank in NY?
North Albany Academy Middle School ranks #2,640 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is North Albany Academy Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Albany Academy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Albany Academy Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Albany Academy Middle School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is North Albany Academy Middle School a charter school?
No, North Albany Academy Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Albany Academy Middle School a Title I school?
No, North Albany Academy Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Albany Academy Middle School?
74.8% of students at North Albany Academy Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.5%
- Phone
- (518) 475-6800
Resources & Links
District
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,329
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,688
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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