Below Average
#3723 of 4,742 schools in NY
Johnstown High School
High School · JOHNSTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 SIR BILLS CIRCLE, Johnstown, NY 12095
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,723 of 4,742
In Johnstown
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
JOHNSTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Johnstown High School
Johnstown High School is a public high school in Johnstown, NY, part of JOHNSTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Johnstown High School serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnstown High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,723 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Johnstown High School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Johnstown 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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Johnstown High School — Students at Johnstown High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.1%
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: 2.4/10.
How Johnstown High School Compares
See how Johnstown 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 SIR BILLS CIRCLE, Johnstown, NY 12095
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Johnstown High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FONDA-FULTONVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Fonda), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAYFIELD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Mayfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLOVERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Gloversville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Johnstown, see our Johnstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WARREN STREET SCHOOL Johnstown | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PLEASANT AVENUE SCHOOL Johnstown | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| GLOVERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Gloversville | 3.1 mi | 3.5 |
| PARK TERRACE SCHOOL Gloversville | 2.8 mi | 2.7 |
| GLOVERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Gloversville | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| FONDA-FULTONVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fonda | 3.6 mi | 8.9 |
| FONDA-FULTONVILLE K-4 SCHOOL Fonda | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| FONDA-FULTONVILLE 5-8 SCHOOL Fonda | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| KINGSBOROUGH SCHOOL Gloversville | 4.3 mi | 3.0 |
| BOULEVARD SCHOOL Gloversville | 4.2 mi | 3.7 |
| HAMILTON-FULTON-MONTGOMERY BOCES Johnstown | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MAYFIELD JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Mayfield | 8.9 mi | 7.3 |
| MAYFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayfield | 9.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WHEELERVILLE SCHOOL Caroga Lake | 9.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MILLCREEK SCHOOL Fort Plain | 9.0 mi | — |
| TURNPIKE SCHOOL Fort Plain | 9.2 mi | — |
| BROADALBIN-PERTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amsterdam | 9.8 mi | 5.6 |
| WILLIAM H BARKLEY MICROSOCIETY Amsterdam | 10.5 mi | 3.5 |
| RAPHAEL J MCNULTY ACADEMY FOR INTERN STUDIES & LITERACY Amsterdam | 10.4 mi | 3.0 |
| WILBUR H LYNCH LITERACY ACADEMY Amsterdam | 10.5 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,864
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
12,013
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Johnstown High School
What grades does Johnstown High School serve?
Johnstown High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Johnstown High School?
Johnstown High School has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnstown High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Johnstown High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Johnstown High School rank in NY?
Johnstown High School ranks #3,723 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Johnstown High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Johnstown High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Johnstown High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnstown High School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Johnstown High School a charter school?
No, Johnstown High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Johnstown High School a Title I school?
No, Johnstown High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Johnstown High School?
52.1% of students at Johnstown 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 557
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (518) 762-4661
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
JOHNSTOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,582
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,245
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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