Serving 379 students in grades 9-12, Coxsackie-athens 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coxsackie-Athens High School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire district in Coxsackie, NY, covering approximately 65.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coxsackie-athens High School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring Extraordinary Success
School Rankings
Coxsackie-athens 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 Coxsackie-athens High School is 0.29, 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
#2619 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
84%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coxsackie-athens High School's ranking?
Coxsackie-athens High School is ranked #2619 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Coxsackie-athens High School often compared to?
Coxsackie-athens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cairo-durham High School, Greenville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coxsackie-athens High School?
The graduation rate of Coxsackie-athens High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Coxsackie-athens High School?
379 students attend Coxsackie-athens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Coxsackie-athens High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coxsackie-athens High School?
Coxsackie-athens High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Coxsackie-athens High School offer ?
Coxsackie-athens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coxsackie-athens High School part of?
Coxsackie-athens High School is part of Coxsackie-Athens Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter transferred into the middle school from EJA. She is graduating wit6 a reagent honors degree, and planning on pursuing a medical degree. Her education at C/A has prepared her well for her future educational endeavors. Thank you to all the teachers and staff.
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