Serving 2,956 students in grades 9-12, Shenendehowa High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 2,956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shenendehowa 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shenendehowa High School's student population of 2,956 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 217 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
217 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shenendehowa High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shenendehowa High School is 0.46, 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
#54 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
72%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shenendehowa High School's ranking?
Shenendehowa High School is ranked #54 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Shenendehowa High School often compared to?
Shenendehowa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saratoga Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Shenendehowa High School?
The graduation rate of Shenendehowa High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shenendehowa High School?
2,956 students attend Shenendehowa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Shenendehowa High School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shenendehowa High School?
Shenendehowa High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shenendehowa High School offer ?
Shenendehowa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shenendehowa High School part of?
Shenendehowa High School is part of Shenendehowa Central School District.
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