For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 6,422 students in Schenectady, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in Schenectady, NY are Niskayuna High School, Schalmont High School and Scotia-glenville Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Schenectady, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Schenectady have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public high schools.
Schenectady, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Niskayuna High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Schenectady, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Niskayuna High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1626 Balltown Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 382-2511
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 382-2511
Gr: 9-12 | 1,379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Schalmont High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Sabre Dr
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-6110
Schenectady, NY 12306
(518) 355-6110
Gr: 9-12 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Scotia-glenville Senior High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Tartan Way
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Schenectady, NY 12302
(518) 382-1231
Gr: 9-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Mohonasen Senior High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2072 Curry Rd
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Schenectady, NY 12303
(518) 356-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 924 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Schenectady High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1445 The Plaza
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 881-2044
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 881-2044
Gr: 9-12 | 2,885 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Schenectady, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Schenectady, NY include Niskayuna High School, Schalmont High School and Scotia-glenville Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Schenectady?
5 public high schools are located in Schenectady.
What is the racial composition of students in Schenectady?
Schenectady public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Schenectady are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Schenectady 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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