Serving 430 students in grades 9-12, Salmon River 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 40-49% (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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salmon River High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fort Covington, NY, encompassing approximately 128.2 square miles. Most students typically drive 15-20 minutes to school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 10.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salmon River High School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Shamrock PRIDE: People Respecting Individuality, Diversity & Educational Achievement
School Rankings
Salmon River 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 Salmon River High School is 0.54, 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
#2361 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
60%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
85-89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salmon River High School's ranking?
Salmon River High School is ranked #2361 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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, Saint Regis Falls Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% 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 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 87.2%.
How many students attend Salmon River High School?
430 students attend Salmon River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Salmon River High School students are American Indian, 32% of students are White, 6% 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 11:1, which is equal to 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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