Niskayuna High School is a public high school in Niskayuna, New York, United States, and is the only high school operated by the Niskayuna Central School District.
Serving 1,363 students in grades 9-12, Niskayuna High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niskayuna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Niskayuna High School's student population of 1,363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Red, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
School Rankings
Niskayuna High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niskayuna High School is 0.56, 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
#62 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Niskayuna High School's ranking?
Niskayuna High School is ranked #62 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Niskayuna High School often compared to?
Niskayuna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schenectady High School, Scotia-glenville Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niskayuna High School?
The graduation rate of Niskayuna High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Niskayuna High School?
1,363 students attend Niskayuna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Niskayuna High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niskayuna High School?
Niskayuna High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Niskayuna High School offer ?
Niskayuna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Niskayuna High School part of?
Niskayuna High School is part of Niskayuna Central School District.
School Reviews
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