NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL

NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in SCHENECTADY, NY with about 1,407 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 101 teachers, NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL, located in Schenectady, New York, is the sole high school within the Niskayuna Central School District. It is widely recognized for its strong academic reputation and consistently ranks among the top-performing public schools in the Capital Region. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust arts programs, and numerous extracurricular opportunities, all designed to prepare students for success in higher education and beyond.

Beyond its academic rigor, the school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive community environment. With a focus on holistic development, NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL encourages student participation in athletics, music ensembles, and various clubs, helping to cultivate well-rounded individuals. The school district's commitment to excellence is reflected in its dedicated faculty and strong parental involvement, making it a highly regarded institution in the New York public school landscape.

For more information, contact NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL at (518) 382-2511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1626 BALLTOWN RD
SCHENECTADY, NY 12309-5317
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NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in SCHENECTADY, NY with about 1,407 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,407
Teachers:
101.51
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,407 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
74.3%
Asian
16.5%
Black or African American
3.6%
Hispanic/Latino
3.1%
Two or more races
2.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
51.0%
Male
49.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.