For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 6,366 students in Schenectady, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in Schenectady, NY are Niskayuna High School, Schalmont High School and Scotia-glenville Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Schenectady, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Schenectady have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public high schools.
Schenectady, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Niskayuna High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Schenectady, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Niskayuna High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1626 Balltown Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 382-2511
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 382-2511
Gr: 9-12 | 1,363 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Schalmont High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Sabre Dr
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-6110
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-6110
Gr: 9-12 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Scotia-glenville Senior High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Tartan Way
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Gr: 9-12 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Mohonasen Senior High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2072 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Schenectady High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1445 The Plaza
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 881-2044
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 881-2044
Gr: 8-12 | 2,860 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Schenectady, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
90 Elmer Ave
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 370-8310
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 370-8310
Gr: 1-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
570 Lansing St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Gr: 1-6 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
408 Eleanor St
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 881-3980
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 881-3980
Gr: PK-2 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
901 Draper Ave
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 344-5107
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 344-5107
Gr: K-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
520 Bradt St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Gr: 1-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
O.d. Heck Dvlpmntl Center - Autism Prog (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
500 Balltown Road - Building 1
Schenectady, NY 12304
(518) 370-7508
Schenectady, NY 12304
(518) 370-7508
Gr: Inquire with school | 2 students
590 Gifford Church Rd
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-0826
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-0826
Gr: K-1 | 179 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Schenectady County Jail (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
620 State Street,
Schenectady
Schenectady, NY 12307
(518) 388-4300
Schenectady, NY 12307
(518) 388-4300
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Schenectady, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in Schenectady, NY include Niskayuna High School, Schalmont High School and Scotia-glenville Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Schenectady?
5 public high schools are located in Schenectady.
What is the racial composition of students in Schenectady?
Schenectady public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Schenectady are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Schenectady include: Schenectady High School vs. Niskayuna High School, Scotia-glenville Senior High School vs. Niskayuna High School, Niskayuna High School vs. Schenectady High School
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