STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL

STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ALBANY, NY with about 678 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 56 teachers, STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 100 Elbel Court in Albany, New York, is a key component of the City School District of Albany. Serving students in the middle grades, the school is named in honor of Stephen and Harriet Myers, prominent 19th-century abolitionists and social activists who were instrumental in the Underground Railroad in Albany. The school’s identity is deeply rooted in this legacy of community service, justice, and historical significance, which it strives to incorporate into its educational mission.

As part of the Albany school system, Myers Middle School offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to support student development during the critical transition between elementary and high school. The school provides a diverse learning environment that emphasizes social-emotional growth alongside rigorous academic standards. Through its official website, the district maintains communication with families regarding school policies, extracurricular opportunities, and resources, reflecting a commitment to fostering a collaborative educational partnership between the school, its students, and the broader Albany community.

For more information, contact STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL at (518) 475-6425 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.