Mechanicville Junior/senior High School

25 Kniskern Ave
Mechanicville, NY 12118
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 717 students in grades 6-12, Mechanicville Junior/senior 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 40% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 717 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Mechanicville Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire Mechanicville city district, encompassing approximately 17.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mechanicville Junior/senior High School's student population of 717 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
717 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1901
School Calendar

School Rankings

Mechanicville Junior/senior 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 Mechanicville Junior/senior High School is 0.22, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2349 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

40%
52%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

53%
49%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
1%
10%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
4%
31%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

Black
3%
15%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓

White
88%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
12%
0.22

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

80-84%
87.2%

Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
33.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Red Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mechanicville Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Mechanicville Junior/senior High School is ranked #2349 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mechanicville Junior/senior High School often compared to?
Mechanicville Junior/senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schuylerville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mechanicville Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Mechanicville Junior/senior High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Mechanicville Junior/senior High School?
717 students attend Mechanicville Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mechanicville Junior/senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mechanicville Junior/senior High School?
Mechanicville Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mechanicville Junior/senior High School offer ?
Mechanicville Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mechanicville Junior/senior High School part of?
Mechanicville Junior/senior High School is part of Mechanicville City School District.

School Reviews

2   10/10/2025
This shool district is dedicated to everything but students.It is a great community to live in but it needs to clean house and get back to the school system it use to have.
- Posted by Parent - gweed

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 717 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : 80-84% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Mechanicville Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire Mechanicville city district, encompassing approximately 17.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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