For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,056 students in 12309, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 12309, NY are Iroquois Middle School and Van Antwerp Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 12309 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 12309, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12309, NY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iroquois Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2495 Rosendale Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Gr: 5-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Van Antwerp Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2253 Story Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Gr: 6-8 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 12309, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 12309, NY include Iroquois Middle School and Van Antwerp Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 12309?
2 public middle schools are located in 12309.
What is the racial composition of students in 12309?
12309 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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