For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 570 students in 12209, NY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 12209, NY is Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 12209 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12209, NY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12209, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Elbel Ct
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 475-6425
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 475-6425
Gr: 6-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 12209, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 12209, NY include Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12209?
1 public middle schools are located in 12209.
What is the racial composition of students in 12209?
12209 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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