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 (26-27)
- 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's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cherry Plain, NY, encompassing approximately 161.6 square miles. The zone is accessible within a typical 15-20 minute drive, with an average distance of 8.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
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 87.2%.
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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