Serving 425 students in grades 7-12, Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School's student population of 425 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3209 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
90%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School is ranked #3209 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School?
425 students attend Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School offer ?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School part of?
Altmar-parish-williamstown Jr/sr High School is part of Altmar-Parish-Williamstown Central School District.
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