Potsdam High School is a public four-year high school located in Potsdam, New York. It is operated by the Potsdam Central School District.
Serving 411 students in grades 9-12, Potsdam Senior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potsdam Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Potsdam Senior High School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Potsdam Senior High School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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: Sandstoners
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Potsdam Senior High School often compared to?
Potsdam Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H C Williams Senior High School, Massena Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Potsdam Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Potsdam Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Potsdam Senior High School?
411 students attend Potsdam Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Potsdam Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potsdam Senior High School?
Potsdam Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Potsdam Senior High School offer ?
Potsdam Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Potsdam Senior High School part of?
Potsdam Senior High School is part of Potsdam Central School District.
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