Best Schools in Waterford, NY
Waterford, NY has a total of 15 schools including 5 high schools, 3 middle schools and 7 elementary schools. A total of 9,823 students attend Waterford, NY schools. On average, schools in Waterford score 68% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 62% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in Waterford greatly exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in Waterford, NY
Waterford, NY has 5 high schools with 4,961 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in Waterford score 81% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 80% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Waterford meet expectations.
1. Shenendehowa High School
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Shenendehowa Central School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 3036 Students
2. Lansingburgh Senior High School
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Lansingburgh Central School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 638 Students
3. Cohoes High School
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Cohoes City School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 554 Students
4. Waterford-halfmoon Junior-senior High School
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Waterford-halfmoon Union Free School District • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 336 Students
5. Hoosic Valley Junior Senior High School
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Hoosic Valley Central School District • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 397 Students
Best Middle Schools in Waterford, NY
Waterford, NY has 3 middle schools with 1,663 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in Waterford score 40% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 41% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Waterford meet expectations.
1. Koda Middle School
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Shenendehowa Central School District • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 751 Students
2. Knickerbacker Middle School
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Lansingburgh Central School District • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 471 Students
3. Cohoes Middle School
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Cohoes City School District • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 441 Students
Best Elementary Schools in Waterford, NY
Waterford, NY has 7 elementary schools with 3,199 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in Waterford score 73% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 59% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Waterford greatly exceed expectations.
1. Shatekon Elementary School
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Shenendehowa Central School District • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 532 Students
2. Okte Elementary School
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Shenendehowa Central School District • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 535 Students
3. Mechanicville Elementary School
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Mechanicville City School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 600 Students
4. Waterford-halfmoon Elementary School
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Waterford-halfmoon Union Free School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 402 Students
5. Harmony Hill School
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Cohoes City School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 379 Students
6. St Mary's School
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St Mary's School • Private • Grades Pre K - 7 • 217 Students
7. Turnpike Elementary School
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Lansingburgh Central School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 2 • 534 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in Waterford, NY
City-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
Waterford, NY has a total population of 11,273 with 19% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 95%, and 34% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in Waterford, NY
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Waterford, NY.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
18.82 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
2.54 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
16.28 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Waterford, NY.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Waterford, NY.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
Average Download Speed
Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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