Saratoga Springs High School is a public high school in Saratoga Springs, New York. The school was originally located on Lake Avenue, relocating to its current location prior to 1969. The current campus was renovated in 2002. The school's drama club and cross country teams consistently rank high in competitions.
Serving 1,847 students in grades 9-12, Saratoga Springs High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Saratoga Springs High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Saratoga Springs, NY, encompassing approximately 112.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saratoga Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saratoga Springs High School's student population of 1,847 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,847 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saratoga Springs High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saratoga Springs 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
#425 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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
White, Blue
School Mascot
Blue Streaks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saratoga Springs High School's ranking?
Saratoga Springs High School is ranked #425 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Saratoga Springs High School often compared to?
Saratoga Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shenendehowa High School, Ballston Spa Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saratoga Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Saratoga Springs High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Saratoga Springs High School?
1,847 students attend Saratoga Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Saratoga Springs High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saratoga Springs High School?
Saratoga Springs High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saratoga Springs High School offer ?
Saratoga Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saratoga Springs High School part of?
Saratoga Springs High School is part of Saratoga Springs City School District.
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