Serving 570 students in grades 6-8, Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School's student population of 570 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Rankings
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3954 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
39%
15%
White
15%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School's ranking?
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School is ranked #3954 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School often compared to?
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William S Hackett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School?
570 students attend Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School?
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School offer ?
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School part of?
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School located?
Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle School is located in the Whitehall neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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