Serving 800 students in grades 9-12, Saugerties Senior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saugerties Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saugerties Senior High School's student population of 800 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
800 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Motto
We provide equitable, engaging, inspiring, and holistic experiences.
School Rankings
Saugerties Senior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saugerties Senior High School is 0.48, 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
#182 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
69%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saugerties Senior High School's ranking?
Saugerties Senior High School is ranked #182 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Saugerties Senior High School often compared to?
Saugerties Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingston High School, New Paltz Senior High School, Wallkill Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saugerties Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Saugerties Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Saugerties Senior High School?
800 students attend Saugerties Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Saugerties Senior High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saugerties Senior High School?
Saugerties Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saugerties Senior High School offer ?
Saugerties Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saugerties Senior High School part of?
Saugerties Senior High School is part of Saugerties Central School District.
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