Alden Senior High School

Alden Senior High School serves 496 students in grades 9-12 in this rural Erie County community, consistently delivering exceptional academic results that place it among New York's top-performing high schools. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1 and 34 full-time equivalent teachers, the school creates an environment where nearly every student excels academically. The school's impressive 8.3 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating reflects its outstanding performance, ranking #234 out of 4,758 New York high schools and placing it in the 95th percentile statewide.

Academic achievement is particularly strong, with 98% of students scoring proficient or above in both English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grade levels tested. This remarkable consistency in student performance has earned the school a 9.9 out of 10 academic score. Students benefit from the supportive community atmosphere of Alden, where the median household income of $81,631 and low poverty rate of 5.5% contribute to educational stability.

The area's median home value of $221,200 reflects a community invested in maintaining quality schools and neighborhoods. Alden Senior High School operates in a rural setting near town, providing students with both the tranquility of countryside living and access to broader community resources.

Located in a rural area, Alden Senior High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.