Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, Ausable Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ausable Valley High School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Ausable Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ausable Valley High School is 0.08, 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
#1679 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
96%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ausable Valley High School's ranking?
Ausable Valley High School is ranked #1679 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ausable Valley High School often compared to?
Ausable Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saranac High School, Peru High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ausable Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Ausable Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ausable Valley High School?
349 students attend Ausable Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ausable Valley High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ausable Valley High School?
Ausable Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ausable Valley High School offer ?
Ausable Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ausable Valley High School part of?
Ausable Valley High School is part of Ausable Valley Central School District.
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