For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 7,301 students in Schenectady County, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in Schenectady County, NY are Niskayuna High School, Scotia-glenville Senior High School and Schalmont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Schenectady County, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Schenectady County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public high schools.
Schenectady County, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is equal to the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Niskayuna High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public high school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Schenectady County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Niskayuna High School
Magnet School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1626 Balltown Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 382-2511
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 382-2511
Grades: 9-12
| 1,375 students
Rank: #22.
Scotia-glenville Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Tartan Way
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Grades: 9-12
| 736 students
Rank: #33.
Schalmont High School
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Sabre Dr
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-6110
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-6110
Grades: 9-12
| 572 students
Rank: #44.
Mohonasen Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2072 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Grades: 9-12
| 886 students
Rank: #55.
Schenectady High School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1445 The Plaza
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 881-2044
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 881-2044
Grades: 9-12
| 2,743 students
Rank: #66.
Duanesburg High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
163 School Dr
Delanson, NY 12053
(518) 895-3000
Delanson, NY 12053
(518) 895-3000
Grades: 7-12
| 312 students
Rank: #77.
Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Princetown Rd
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-1342
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-1342
Grades: K-12
| 677 students
Schenectady County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Arc Schenectady (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
52 Market St
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 372-1483
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 372-1483
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Bridge Center Of Schenectady Inc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
72 Union Ave
Schenectady, NY 12308
Schenectady, NY 12308
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
163 School Dr
Delanson, NY 12053
(518) 895-2355
Delanson, NY 12053
(518) 895-2355
Grades: 6-8
| 185 students
90 Elmer Ave
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 370-8310
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 370-8310
Grades: 1-6
| 407 students
570 Lansing St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3970
Grades: 1-6
| 95 students
408 Eleanor St
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 881-3980
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 881-3980
Grades: PK-2
| 249 students
901 Draper Ave
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 344-5107
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 344-5107
Grades: K-8
| 622 students
520 Bradt St
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 881-3700
Grades: 1-5
| 108 students
9210 Mariaville Rd
Pattersonville, NY 12137
(518) 864-5411
Pattersonville, NY 12137
(518) 864-5411
Grades: K-5
| 97 students
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
Grades: Inquire with school
| 2 students
590 Gifford Church Rd
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-0826
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-0826
Grades: K-1
| 179 students
Schenectady County Jail (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
620 State Street,
Schenectady
Schenectady, NY 12307
(518) 388-4300
Schenectady, NY 12307
(518) 388-4300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
W A I T T Houses Inc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Box 3455 1220 Congress
Schenectady, NY 12303
Schenectady, NY 12303
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1292 Main St
Rotterdam Junction, NY 12150
(518) 887-5600
Rotterdam Junction, NY 12150
(518) 887-5600
Grades: K-5
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Schenectady County, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in Schenectady County, NY include Niskayuna High School, Scotia-glenville Senior High School and Schalmont High School.
How many public high schools are located in Schenectady County?
7 public high schools are located in Schenectady County.
What is the racial composition of students in Schenectady County?
Schenectady County public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Schenectady County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Schenectady County 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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