Serving 545 students in grades 9-12, Schalmont High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (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 18% 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: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Schalmont High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Schenectady, NY, encompassing approximately 79.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schalmont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Schalmont High School's student population of 545 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Schalmont High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schalmont High School is 0.32, 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
#537 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
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
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-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)36.3%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schalmont High School's ranking?
Schalmont High School is ranked #537 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Schalmont High School often compared to?
Schalmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mohonasen Senior High School, Niskayuna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Schalmont High School?
The graduation rate of Schalmont High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Schalmont High School?
545 students attend Schalmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Schalmont High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schalmont High School?
Schalmont High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Schalmont High School offer ?
Schalmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Schalmont High School part of?
Schalmont High School is part of Schalmont Central School District.
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