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#2144 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
William S Hackett Middle School
Middle School · ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
45 DELAWARE AVE, Albany, NY 12202
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,144 of 4,742
In Albany
#4 of 32
public schools
In district
#3 of 15
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About William S Hackett Middle School
William S Hackett Middle School is a public middle school in Albany, NY, part of ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. William S Hackett Middle School serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William S Hackett Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,144 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William S Hackett Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, William S Hackett Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
51% of students at William S Hackett 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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William S Hackett Middle School — Students at William S Hackett Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How William S Hackett Middle School Compares
See how William S Hackett Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 DELAWARE AVE, Albany, NY 12202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William S Hackett Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEIL HELLMAN SCHOOL/NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY SERVICE (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LASALLE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA SALLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,684
Median Home Value
$139,800
Median Rent
$1,012/mo
Population
9,500
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
25.7%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William S Hackett Middle School
What grades does William S Hackett Middle School serve?
William S Hackett Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William S Hackett Middle School?
William S Hackett Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William S Hackett Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at William S Hackett Middle School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William S Hackett Middle School rank in NY?
William S Hackett Middle School ranks #2,144 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William S Hackett Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
William S Hackett Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 William S Hackett Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William S Hackett Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William S Hackett Middle School a charter school?
No, William S Hackett Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William S Hackett Middle School a Title I school?
No, William S Hackett Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William S Hackett Middle School?
64.4% of students at William S Hackett 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
- 630
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Albany County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.4%
- Phone
- (518) 475-6475
Resources & Links
District
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,329
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,688
- District Rank
- #3 of 15
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