For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 803 students in Plattsburgh, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in Plattsburgh, NY is Plattsburgh Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Plattsburgh, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Plattsburgh have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Plattsburgh, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Plattsburgh Senior High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Plattsburgh, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plattsburgh Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Clifford Dr
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-7500
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Clinton-essex-warren-washington Boces
Special Education School
1585 Military Turnpike
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-0100
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-0100
Gr: K-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Plattsburgh, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Plattsburgh, NY include Plattsburgh Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Plattsburgh?
2 public high schools are located in Plattsburgh.
What is the racial composition of students in Plattsburgh?
Plattsburgh public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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