Serving 323 students in grades 6-12, Berlin Middle School/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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berlin High School serves the entire district in Cherry Plain, NY, covering an area of approximately 161.6 square miles, with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point from the school is about 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berlin Middle School/high School's student population of 323 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our priority is an exemplary education for each and every Mountaineer student.
School Rankings
Berlin Middle School/high 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 Berlin Middle School/high School is 0.10, which is less 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
#2328 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
95%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berlin Middle School/high School's ranking?
Berlin Middle School/high School is ranked #2328 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Berlin Middle School/high School often compared to?
Berlin Middle School/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Averill Park High School, Columbia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berlin Middle School/high School?
The graduation rate of Berlin Middle School/high School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Berlin Middle School/high School?
323 students attend Berlin Middle School/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Berlin Middle School/high School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berlin Middle School/high School?
Berlin Middle School/high School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berlin Middle School/high School offer ?
Berlin Middle School/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berlin Middle School/high School part of?
Berlin Middle School/high School is part of Berlin Central School District.
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