Serving 1,558 students in grades 9-12, Colonie Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 96% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonie Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Colonie Central High School's student population of 1,558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colonie Central 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 Colonie Central High School is 0.57, 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
#587 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonie Central High School's ranking?
Colonie Central High School is ranked #587 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Colonie Central High School often compared to?
Colonie Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guilderland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
96% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colonie Central High School?
The graduation rate of Colonie Central High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Colonie Central High School?
1,558 students attend Colonie Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Colonie Central High School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonie Central High School?
Colonie Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Colonie Central High School offer ?
Colonie Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colonie Central High School part of?
Colonie Central High School is part of South Colonie Central School District.
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