Colonie Central High School is a public high school in the town of Colonie, with the postal address of Albany, New York. In 2005 it had 2225 students and 132 classroom teachers. It is part of the South Colonie Central School District.
Serving 1,640 students in grades 9-12, Colonie Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Colonie Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Albany, NY, covering approximately 21.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Colonie Central High School's student population of 1,640 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,640 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colonie Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonie Central High School is 0.62, 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
#935 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Colonie Wolf Pack colors
School Mascot
Colonie Wolf Pack
Source: 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 #935 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 Albany High School, Guilderland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% 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 87.2%.
How many students attend Colonie Central High School?
1,640 students attend Colonie Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Colonie Central High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 13:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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