Johnstown Jr.-Senior High School is a public high school located at 1 Sir Bills Circle, in Johnstown, New York. Part of the Greater Johnstown School District, the school provides education in grades 8-12.
Serving 557 students in grades 8-12, Johnstown High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnstown High School's student population of 557 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Johnstown High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnstown High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2660 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnstown High School's ranking?
Johnstown High School is ranked #2660 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Johnstown High School often compared to?
Johnstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gloversville High School, Broadalbin-perth Junior-senior High School, Mayfield Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnstown High School?
The graduation rate of Johnstown High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Johnstown High School?
557 students attend Johnstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Johnstown High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnstown High School?
Johnstown High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Johnstown High School offer ?
Johnstown High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnstown High School part of?
Johnstown High School is part of Johnstown City School District.
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