Serving 1,334 students in grades 9-12, Niskayuna High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niskayuna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Niskayuna High School's student population of 1,334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Niskayuna High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niskayuna High School is 0.51, 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
#241 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
68%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niskayuna High School's ranking?
Niskayuna High School is ranked #241 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Niskayuna High School often compared to?
Niskayuna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schenectady High School, Scotia-glenville Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niskayuna High School?
The graduation rate of Niskayuna High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Niskayuna High School?
1,334 students attend Niskayuna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Niskayuna High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niskayuna High School?
Niskayuna High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Niskayuna High School offer ?
Niskayuna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Niskayuna High School part of?
Niskayuna High School is part of Niskayuna Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/16/2014
Niskayuna high is a great school and has great teachers. The staff is amazing and incredibly nice!
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