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Schenectady High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
1445 The Plz,
Schenectady, NY
Schenectady City School District
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Ms. Diane Wilkinson
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
59%
Average GPA
3.12
Graduation Rate
80%
Niche Grade
C+
B
B-
C-
C+
B-
B
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.12
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Reading Proficiency
59%
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Math Proficiency
32%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
217
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Full Time Teachers
217
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Teachers in First or Second Year
5.7%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1130
Math
560
Verbal
580
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Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
27
Science
25
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
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Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
190:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
51%
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Female
48.8%
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Economically disadvantaged
76.6%
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Male
51%
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Female
48.8%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
25.7%
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Black
25.3%
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Hispanic
23.9%
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White
15.9%
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Two or more races
9.2%
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Limited English proficient
4.8%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University at Albany, SUNY
258 Students
SUNY Schenectady County Community College
165 Students
New York University
140 Students
Siena University
120 Students
SUNY Hudson Valley Community College
115 Students
Pace University
100 Students
Syracuse University
98 Students
Russell Sage College
95 Students
Union College - New York
89 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY
86 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
118 Students
Business
117 Students
Nursing
97 Students
Biology
96 Students
Computer Science
44 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
41 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
39 Students
Political Science and Government
33 Students
Pre-Law Studies
27 Students
Education
27 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/10/2026
I'm finding it extremely hard here. With all of the students crammed in one space its so easy to feel invisible. the school has started construction and so the space is even smaller, being that a big part of the school is boarded off and the hallways are smaller. I wouldn't necessarily say its the teachers faults, I think they try their best with what they are working with. its nearly impossible to memorize 3,000 students. at my old school I had support from social workers and they knew my situation in and out. it felt like another home I guess. at Schenectady High school its completely different. the social workers are mainly for kids with special needs and there is a lot of favoritism for the "popular kids". if your not one of those two categories I find that teachers and staff get really snippy with you and it honestly makes it hard to show up. I will also say if I did have an issue I wouldn't feel comfortable or safe to ask, it feels more robotic then genuine.
7/15/2025
The best part of my experience is the leadership academies. A part of Schenectady High School that I feel could have improvement is switching from IB to AP programs instead, and more resources for college readiness, with guidance and application processes for which schools are best to apply to.
5/14/2024
My experience at this Highschool ranges from hating it to liking it. Once you make good friends at the school it is easier to get through the day.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/3/2023
Like others have said, the school has a negative reputation, not great overall test scores, an overcrowded high school, etc. However, the diversity of students, class offerings, IB program, college courses, performing arts program, extra-curricular activities, after school clubs, etc., make this sch...
1/24/2019
Schenectady High School's diversity, arts program, and IB program prepared me greatly for college and to receive a BS from a top 50 school, to then move on to a competitive work environment in New York City
8/16/2017
I'm a sophomore this year and I think have learning differences my self, the teachers really want to see you improve. The Bluse Roses Theatre Company is amazing and great for kids lookingto go into Acting in college. I will be taking 3 pre-IB classes and I like how the people I've talked to have tol...
6/12/2015
SHS is an amazing school. It gets a lot of bad attention because negative things about the school are emphasized more than the positive things. Overall, it has a full IB program, offers the Inspire program, Smart Scholars, Votec, Pre-IB, and IB certificates as well as special Ed classes and classes...
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Schenectady High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Schenectady, NY and is served by the Schenectady City School District in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,815 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 59% are proficient in reading. Schenectady High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.12, the graduation rate is 80%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 25. Discover additional schools in the area, like Niskayuna High School, Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons School, Brown School, and more. Learn more about what Schenectady has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Schenectady High School.