Serving 537 students in grades 6-12, Herkimer High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herkimer High School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herkimer High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herkimer High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2990 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
88%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Magicians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herkimer High School's ranking?
Herkimer High School is ranked #2990 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Herkimer High School often compared to?
Herkimer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Valley Academy, Little Falls High School, Poland Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herkimer High School?
The graduation rate of Herkimer High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Herkimer High School?
537 students attend Herkimer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Herkimer High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herkimer High School?
Herkimer High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herkimer High School offer ?
Herkimer High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herkimer High School part of?
Herkimer High School is part of Herkimer Central School District.
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