Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William H Barkley Microsociety 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
William H Barkley Microsociety's student population of 294 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
William H Barkley Microsociety 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 William H Barkley Microsociety is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3788 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
41%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William H Barkley Microsociety's ranking?
William H Barkley Microsociety is ranked #3788 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William H Barkley Microsociety often compared to?
William H Barkley Microsocietyis often viewed alongside schools like William B Tecler Arts In Education, Marie Curie Institute Of Engineering And Communication by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend William H Barkley Microsociety?
294 students attend William H Barkley Microsociety.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of William H Barkley Microsociety students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H Barkley Microsociety?
William H Barkley Microsociety has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William H Barkley Microsociety offer ?
William H Barkley Microsociety offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William H Barkley Microsociety part of?
William H Barkley Microsociety is part of Amsterdam City School District.
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