At a glance
Reported students
1,192
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
79.8
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
86th percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
484
Amsterdam High School: 1,192 reported students.
State peer staffing position
94th percentile
14.9:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,149
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14:1
What the reported data says about Amsterdam High School
Amsterdam High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Amsterdam. It is one of 6 current school records connected to Amsterdam City School District. NCES reports 1,192 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 86th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.9:1, above the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (52.4%) and White (34.9%). English learners represent 5.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 11 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Amsterdam High School
- 1How do the reported 14.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 79.8 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4.2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 17%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 72.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4.2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2.6
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White34.9%
- Hispanic52.4%
- Black5.5%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial5.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
11 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Amsterdam City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy
Middle · Grades 06–08
772 reported students
Raphael J McNulty Academy for Intern Studies & Literacy
Elementary · Grades PK–05
503 reported students
William B Tecler Arts in Education
Elementary · Grades PK–05
465 reported students
Marie Curie Institute of Engineering and Communication
Elementary · Grades PK–05
446 reported students
William H Barkley Microsociety
Elementary · Grades PK–05
285 reported students
Public schools near Amsterdam High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| William B Tecler Arts in Education Elementary · Amsterdam City School District | PK–05 | 465 | 0.6 mi |
| Raphael J McNulty Academy for Intern Studies & Literacy Elementary · Amsterdam City School District | PK–05 | 503 | 1.5 mi |
| Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy Middle · Amsterdam City School District | 06–08 | 772 | 1.6 mi |
| Broadalbin-Perth Junior-Senior High School High · Broadalbin-Perth Central School District | 07–12 | 756 | 6.3 mi |
| Galway Junior/Senior High School High · Galway Central School District | 06–12 | 419 | 8.3 mi |
| Fonda-Fultonville Senior High School High · Fonda-Fultonville Central School District | 09–12 | 349 | 9.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Amsterdam High School
What grades does Amsterdam High School serve?
Amsterdam High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Amsterdam City School District.
How many students attend Amsterdam High School?
Amsterdam High School reported 1,192 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 86th percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,149 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Amsterdam High School?
The calculated ratio is 14.9:1, based on 1,192 students and 79.8 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Amsterdam High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Amsterdam High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Amsterdam City School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Amsterdam High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
72.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Amsterdam High School in?
Amsterdam High School is part of Amsterdam City School District, based in Amsterdam, NY, which operates 6 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Amsterdam High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include William B Tecler Arts in Education (0.6 mi), Raphael J McNulty Academy for Intern Studies & Literacy (1.5 mi), Wilbur H Lynch Literacy Academy (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.