School Overview
Northern Adirondack Middle/High School, located in the rural community of Ellenburg Depot, New York, serves as the central secondary education hub for the Northern Adirondack Central School District. Situated in the heart of the Adirondack region, the school provides a comprehensive academic program for students in grades 6 through 12, emphasizing a commitment to both rigorous instruction and the social-emotional development of its student body. The school is known for fostering a close-knit environment where staff and faculty work to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond core academics, Northern Adirondack Middle/High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations designed to enrich the school experience and build community spirit. As an integral part of the local district, the school focuses on utilizing regional resources and technology to bridge the gap between its rural setting and broader educational opportunities. With a mission rooted in student achievement and community partnership, the institution remains dedicated to providing a supportive, safe, and challenging learning atmosphere for all its middle and high school students.
424
Total Students
49.7
Full-Time Teachers
8.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NORTHERN ADIRONDACK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White412
Hispanic4
Black1
Asian2
Two or More3
American Indian1
  • White
    412 (97.4%)
  • Hispanic
    4 (0.9%)
  • Two or More
    3 (0.7%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5%)
  • Black
    1 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NORTHERN ADIRONDACK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (518)594-3962
Website: http://www.nacs1.org
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 424
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 49.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 187
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 69
Grade 7 61
Grade 8 65
Grade 9 61
Grade 10 59
Grade 11 56
Grade 12 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NORTHERN ADIRONDACK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 669
Grade 761
Grade 865
Grade 961
Grade 1059
Grade 1156
Grade 1253
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NORTHERN ADIRONDACK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19044.8%
Male23355%
Not Specified10.2%