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Fort Plain Junior-senior High School
High School · FORT PLAIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 WEST ST, Fort Plain, NY 13339
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,239 of 4,742
In Fort Plain
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
FORT PLAIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Fort Plain Junior-senior High School
Fort Plain Junior-senior High School is a public high school in Fort Plain, NY, part of FORT PLAIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fort Plain Junior-senior High School serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Plain Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,239 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Fort Plain Junior-senior High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Fort Plain Junior-senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at Fort Plain Junior-senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fort Plain Junior-senior High School — Students at Fort Plain Junior-senior High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.8/10.
How Fort Plain Junior-senior High School Compares
See how Fort Plain Junior-senior 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
1 WEST ST, Fort Plain, NY 13339
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Plain Junior-senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JAMES A GREEN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Dolgeville), which scores notably higher. Another option is CANAJOHARIE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Canajoharie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHNSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Johnstown), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Plain, see our Fort Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13339 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,885
Median Home Value
$93,000
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
6,131
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Plain Junior-senior High School
What grades does Fort Plain Junior-senior High School serve?
Fort Plain Junior-senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Fort Plain Junior-senior High School?
Fort Plain Junior-senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Plain Junior-senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Plain Junior-senior High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Plain Junior-senior High School rank in NY?
Fort Plain Junior-senior High School ranks #3,239 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Fort Plain Junior-senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Plain Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Fort Plain Junior-senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Plain Junior-senior High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fort Plain Junior-senior High School a charter school?
No, Fort Plain Junior-senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Plain Junior-senior High School a Title I school?
No, Fort Plain Junior-senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Plain Junior-senior High School?
59.6% of students at Fort Plain Junior-senior 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (518) 993-4000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
FORT PLAIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 715
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,824
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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