SCHALMONT HIGH SCHOOL
572 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Schalmont High School, located in Schenectady, New York, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Schalmont Central School District. The school is known for fostering a close-knit academic environment that emphasizes both rigorous college-preparatory coursework and the development of well-rounded students. With a curriculum that includes various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical education opportunities, and robust extracurricular programming, the school aims to prepare its student body for success in post-secondary education and the workforce.
The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is perhaps best recognized for its strong emphasis on student engagement through athletics, music, and the arts. Operating under the "Sabres" mascot, the high school places a high value on school spirit and personal responsibility. By maintaining a focus on personalized attention and maintaining strong communication between faculty, students, and parents, Schalmont High School strives to create a supportive culture that helps students navigate the academic and social challenges of the high school years while fostering long-term character growth.
The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is perhaps best recognized for its strong emphasis on student engagement through athletics, music, and the arts. Operating under the "Sabres" mascot, the high school places a high value on school spirit and personal responsibility. By maintaining a focus on personalized attention and maintaining strong communication between faculty, students, and parents, Schalmont High School strives to create a supportive culture that helps students navigate the academic and social challenges of the high school years while fostering long-term character growth.
572
Total Students
48.1
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 479 |
| Hispanic | 45 |
| Black | 8 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 24 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White479 (83.7 %)
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Hispanic45 (7.9 %)
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Two or More24 (4.2 %)
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Asian10 (1.7 %)
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Black8 (1.4 %)
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American Indian5 (0.9 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | SCHALMONT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (518)355-6110 |
| Website: | http://www.schalmont.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 572 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 48.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 154 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 10 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
148
Grade 10
128
Grade 11
134
Grade 12
155
Ungraded
7
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 148 |
| Grade 10 | 128 |
| Grade 11 | 134 |
| Grade 12 | 155 |
| Ungraded | 7 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 272 | 47.6% |
| Male | 300 | 52.4% |
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