School Overview
Salmon River High School, located in Fort Covington, New York, serves as a central educational hub for the Salmon River Central School District. Situated near the U.S.-Canada border, the school is uniquely defined by its commitment to serving a diverse student population, which includes a significant enrollment from the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. This setting fosters a culturally rich environment where the district integrates Mohawk language and culture into its broader academic mission, aiming to provide an inclusive educational experience that honors both local heritage and state curriculum standards.

Beyond its focus on cultural integration, Salmon River High School offers a comprehensive range of academic and extracurricular programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, utilizing resources that cater to the unique geographic and socioeconomic needs of the North Country region. Through its website, the district maintains strong communication with families, highlighting various athletics, arts, and student support services that aim to develop well-rounded individuals within the Fort Covington community.
430
Total Students
40.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SALMON RIVER HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White137
Hispanic8
Two or More26
American Indian257
  • American Indian
    257 (60.0%)
  • White
    137 (32.0%)
  • Two or More
    26 (6.1%)
  • Hispanic
    8 (1.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: SALMON RIVER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (518)358-6620
Website: http://www.srk12.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 430
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 263
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Grade 9 130
Grade 10 107
Grade 11 104
Grade 12 84
Ungraded 5

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SALMON RIVER HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9130
Grade 10107
Grade 11104
Grade 1284
Ungraded5
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SALMON RIVER HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20748.1%
Male22151.4%
Not Specified20.5%