Serving 573 students in grades 6-12, Herkimer High 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 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herkimer High School's student population of 573 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herkimer High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herkimer High School is 0.26, 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
#2930 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
86%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herkimer High School's ranking?
Herkimer High School is ranked #2930 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Herkimer High School often compared to?
Herkimer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Valley Academy, Little Falls High School, Poland Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herkimer High School?
The graduation rate of Herkimer High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Herkimer High School?
573 students attend Herkimer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Herkimer High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herkimer High School?
Herkimer High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herkimer High School offer ?
Herkimer High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Herkimer High School part of?
Herkimer High School is part of Herkimer Central School District.
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