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#1428 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 30% in state

Shaker Middle School

Middle School · NORTH COLONIE CSD

475 WATERVLIET-SHAKER RD, Latham, NY 12110

Enrollment

1,470

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,428 of 4,742

In Latham

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

NORTH COLONIE CSD

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Shaker Middle School

7.3/10

Middle School in Latham · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Shaker Middle School

Shaker Middle School is a public middle school in Latham, NY, part of NORTH COLONIE CSD. Shaker Middle School serves approximately 1,470 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Shaker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,428 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Shaker Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,500
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Shaker Middle School — Students at Shaker Middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 30 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
46.7%
ELA
72.3%
2022
Math
60.8%
ELA
68.2%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Shaker Middle School Compares

See how Shaker Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NY
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
120 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

475 WATERVLIET-SHAKER RD, Latham, NY 12110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shaker Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SAND CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Albany), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Cohoes), a more accessible option. For more schools in Latham, see our Latham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LATHAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Latham 0.1 mi 7.4
SHAKER HIGH SCHOOL Latham 0.1 mi 8.0
BLUE CREEK SCHOOL Latham 0.3 mi 5.8
LATHAM RIDGE SCHOOL Latham 1.3 mi 7.2
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Latham 1.5 mi 7.5
ST GREGORYS SCHOOL Loudonville 1.4 mi 8.2
SOUTHGATE SCHOOL Loudonville 1.6 mi 7.4
LOUDONVILLE SCHOOL Loudonville 2.1 mi 7.1
ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet 1.9 mi 4.7
WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watervliet 1.8 mi 5.1
FORTS FERRY SCHOOL Latham 2.4 mi 7.3
BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes 2.7 mi 7.5
WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet 2.0 mi 4.0
SHAKER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany 2.5 mi 6.5
HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes 3.1 mi 4.2
COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes 3.2 mi 6.9
MENANDS SCHOOL Menands 3.5 mi 6.2
COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes 3.1 mi 5.4
ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes 3.1 mi 4.8
SAND CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany 3.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,839

Median Home Value

$306,100

Median Rent

$1,431/mo

Population

19,969

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

39.9

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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IS 72 ROCCO LAURIE Staten Island, NY 7.3
JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE Forest Hills, NY 7.3
LAKELAND-COPPER BEECH MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY 7.3
MAHOPAC MIDDLE SCHOOL Mahopac, NY 7.3
WEST HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Melville, NY 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shaker Middle School

What grades does Shaker Middle School serve?

Shaker Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Shaker Middle School?

Shaker Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,470 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shaker Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Shaker Middle School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shaker Middle School rank in NY?

Shaker Middle School ranks #1,428 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Shaker Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shaker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Shaker Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shaker Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Shaker Middle School a charter school?

No, Shaker Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shaker Middle School a Title I school?

No, Shaker Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shaker Middle School?

28.6% of students at Shaker 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,470
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
120
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Albany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

NORTH COLONIE CSD
District Enrollment
6,109
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,500
District Rank
#5 of 8

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