Van Antwerp Middle School

Van Antwerp Middle School serves 421 students in grades 6-8 in Schenectady, offering a focused learning environment with an impressive 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio and 43 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned recognition as a solid academic performer, ranking #978 out of 4,758 schools statewide and placing in the 80th percentile among New York middle schools. Students demonstrate strong reading skills, with 68% achieving proficiency or above in ELA across all grade levels.

Mathematics presents opportunities for continued growth, with 46% of students reaching proficiency standards. The school's overall academic rating of 7.0 out of 10 reflects its commitment to student achievement and the dedicated teaching staff's efforts to support learning. The school benefits from its location in an established, well-educated community where 58% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

Families in the 12309 zip code enjoy economic stability, with a median household income of $119,268 and a low poverty rate of just 3.6%. The neighborhood's median home value of $284,000 reflects the area's desirability among the 33,332 residents. Van Antwerp Middle School sits in a large suburban setting that combines the advantages of suburban living with access to educational resources and community support.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1, Van Antwerp Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.