Serving 398 students in grades 9-12, Salmon River High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 69% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salmon River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Salmon River High School's student population of 398 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Salmon River High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salmon River 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
#1049 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
63%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
31%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salmon River High School's ranking?
Salmon River High School is ranked #1049 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Salmon River High School often compared to?
Salmon River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salmon River High School?
The graduation rate of Salmon River High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Salmon River High School?
398 students attend Salmon River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Salmon River High School students are American Indian, 31% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salmon River High School?
Salmon River High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salmon River High School offer ?
Salmon River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salmon River High School part of?
Salmon River High School is part of Salmon River Central School District.
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