Johnstown City School District
School District · Johnstown, New York
Avg Rating
4.2
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,245
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Avg Rating
4.2
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,245
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Evaluating Johnstown City School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Johnstown City School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Warren Street School
Johnstown · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Johnstown High School
Johnstown · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Pleasant Avenue School
Johnstown · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New York rank
#604 of 615
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-2.0
below New York avg
Per-pupil spending
$24,245
$3,535 vs New York median
District size
1,582 students
Typical than New York median
The short answer
Johnstown City School District ranks #604 of 615 New York districts by overall school rating. Johnstown City School District's schools with real test data average 4.2/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Warren Street School (5.4/10), Johnstown High School (4.8/10), and Pleasant Avenue School (2.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Johnstown City School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warren Street School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Johnstown High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Pleasant Avenue School | 2.5 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Johnstown City School District
Johnstown City School District is a Johnstown, New York school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,582 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. The district invests $24,245 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.2/10, Johnstown City School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Warren Street School, which has a composite score of 5.4/10.
In standardized testing, Johnstown City School District students show an average math proficiency of 50.6% and ELA proficiency of 53.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Johnstown City School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Johnstown City School District with test data.
Schools in Johnstown City School District
3 schools Elementary Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New York
- City
- Johnstown
- Total Enrollment
- 1,582
- Teachers (FTE)
- 126
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Johnstown City School District?
Johnstown City School District has 3 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Johnstown City School District?
The average composite rating for Johnstown City School District is 4.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Johnstown City School District?
Johnstown City School District spends $24,245 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Johnstown City School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Johnstown City School District is 12.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Johnstown City School District?
Warren Street School is the highest-rated school in Johnstown City School District with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What are the test scores in Johnstown City School District?
Across schools in Johnstown City School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 50.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 53.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Johnstown City School District compare to other districts in New York?
Johnstown City School District has an average school rating of 4.2/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New York by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 50.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 53.5%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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