Colonie Central High School is a public high school in the town of Colonie, with the postal address of Albany, New York. In 2005 it had 2225 students and 132 classroom teachers. It is part of the South Colonie Central School District.
Serving 1,561 students in grades 9-12, Colonie Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonie Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Colonie Central High School's student population of 1,561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
School Rankings
Colonie Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonie Central High School is 0.59, 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
#935 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Wolfpack
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonie Central High School's ranking?
Colonie Central High School is ranked #935 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Colonie Central High School often compared to?
Colonie Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guilderland High School, Albany High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colonie Central High School?
The graduation rate of Colonie Central High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Colonie Central High School?
1,561 students attend Colonie Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Colonie Central High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonie Central High School?
Colonie Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Colonie Central High School offer ?
Colonie Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colonie Central High School part of?
Colonie Central High School is part of South Colonie Central School District.
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