Alden Central School District is a school district in Alden, New York, United States. The superintendent is Adam Stoltman. The district operates four schools: Alden High School, Alden Middle School, Alden Intermediate School, and Alden Primary School.
Serving 488 students in grades 9-12, Alden Senior High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alden Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alden Senior High School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alden Senior High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥95%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alden Central School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alden Senior High School often compared to?
Alden Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iroquois Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alden Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Alden Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alden Senior High School?
488 students attend Alden Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Alden Senior High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alden Senior High School?
Alden Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alden Senior High School offer ?
Alden Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alden Senior High School part of?
Alden Senior High School is part of Alden Central School District.
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