Excellent
#649 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 14% in state
Averill Park High School
High School · AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
146 GETTLE RD, Averill Park, NY 12018
Enrollment
884
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
884
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#649 of 4,742
In Averill Park
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Averill Park High School
Averill Park High School is a public high school in Averill Park, NY, part of AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Averill Park High School serves approximately 884 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Averill Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #649 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Averill Park High School show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Averill Park High School — Students at Averill Park High School score 97% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Averill Park High School Compares
See how Averill Park High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
146 GETTLE RD, Averill Park, NY 12018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Averill Park High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby East Greenbush), with a very similar rating. Another option is EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Troy), with a very similar rating. Additionally, VANDERHEYDEN HALL (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Wynantskill), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Averill Park, see our Averill Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALGONQUIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Averill Park | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| MILLER HILL SCHOOL Averill Park | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| WEST SAND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sand Lake | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| POESTENKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poestenkill | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| VANDERHEYDEN HALL Wynantskill | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBERT C PARKER SCHOOL North Greenbush | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wynantskill | 5.2 mi | 5.6 |
| GARDNER-DICKINSON SCHOOL Wynantskill | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| TAMARAC MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 7.3 mi | 5.3 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 7.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Troy | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy | 5.8 mi | 7.9 |
| EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL Troy | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SUSAN ODELL TAYLOR SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Troy | 6.8 mi | 5.9 |
| COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL East Greenbush | 6.1 mi | 8.1 |
| WOODLAND HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rensselaer | 6.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LA SALLE INSTITUTE Troy | 6.5 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL Troy | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 14 Troy | 7.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy | 7.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,542
Median Home Value
$318,800
Median Rent
$1,339/mo
Population
7,069
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF FINANCE AND ENTERPRISE Long Island City, NY | 8.0 |
| BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Babylon, NY | 8.0 |
| CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Elmhurst, NY | 8.0 |
| INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City, NY | 8.0 |
| MASPETH HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 8.0 |
| MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Averill Park High School
What grades does Averill Park High School serve?
Averill Park High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Averill Park High School?
Averill Park High School has an enrollment of approximately 884 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Averill Park High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Averill Park High School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Averill Park High School rank in NY?
Averill Park High School ranks #649 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Averill Park High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Averill Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Averill Park High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Averill Park High School has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Averill Park High School a charter school?
No, Averill Park High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Averill Park High School a Title I school?
No, Averill Park High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Averill Park High School?
28.2% of students at Averill Park High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 884
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (518) 674-7000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
AVERILL PARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,614
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,161
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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