Serving 1,192 students in grades 9-12, Amsterdam High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amsterdam High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Amsterdam High School's student population of 1,192 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
Amsterdam High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amsterdam High School is 0.61, 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
#1972 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amsterdam High School's ranking?
Amsterdam High School is ranked #1972 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Amsterdam High School often compared to?
Amsterdam High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fonda-fultonville Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amsterdam High School?
The graduation rate of Amsterdam High School is 85%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Amsterdam High School?
1,192 students attend Amsterdam High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Amsterdam High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amsterdam High School?
Amsterdam High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Amsterdam High School offer ?
Amsterdam High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Amsterdam High School part of?
Amsterdam High School is part of Amsterdam City School District.
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