PLATTSBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

PLATTSBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the PLATTSBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PLATTSBURGH, NY with about 547 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 47 teachers, PLATTSBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

PLATTSBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located at 1 Clifford Drive in Plattsburgh, New York, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Plattsburgh City School District. Situated in the heart of the North Country near Lake Champlain, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary education and career readiness. It offers a diverse curriculum that typically includes advanced placement (AP) courses, vocational training opportunities, and a variety of elective programs designed to challenge students while supporting their individual academic interests.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education by fostering a vibrant culture of extracurricular involvement. Students at Plattsburgh Senior High have access to a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and artistic initiatives that encourage leadership, teamwork, and community engagement. As part of the Plattsburgh City School District, the high school prides itself on maintaining strong connections with the local community, striving to create a safe and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and become active, responsible citizens.

For more information, contact PLATTSBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (518) 561-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1 CLIFFORD DR
PLATTSBURGH, NY 12901-2686
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PLATTSBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in PLATTSBURGH, NY with about 547 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
547
Teachers:
47.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
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 547 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PLATTSBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
85.4%
Black or African American
9.3%
Asian
2.9%
Hispanic/Latino
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Two or more races
0.5%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

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.