Serving 1,102 students in grades 9-12, Troy High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Troy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Troy High School's student population of 1,102 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Troy High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy High School is 0.68, 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
#511 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
32%
16%
White
44%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy High School's ranking?
Troy High School is ranked #511 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Troy High School often compared to?
Troy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School, Averill Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Troy High School?
The graduation rate of Troy High School is 89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Troy High School?
1,102 students attend Troy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Troy High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Troy High School?
Troy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Troy High School offer ?
Troy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Troy High School part of?
Troy High School is part of Troy City School District.
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