School Overview
Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School, located at 25 Van Rensselaer Drive in Rensselaer, New York, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Rensselaer City School District. By housing both middle school (junior high) and high school students in a single facility, the school provides a continuous academic environment that supports students from their early adolescent years through their transition to post-secondary life. The school is committed to fostering a supportive community that emphasizes both academic achievement and the personal development of its student body.

The district’s educational approach is centered on preparing students for the challenges of a modern workforce and higher education. Through its official website, the district provides resources for families to stay informed about curriculum standards, extracurricular opportunities, and student support services. As a central hub for the local community, Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School plays a pivotal role in the city's educational landscape, striving to cultivate a collaborative culture where students are encouraged to engage with their studies and participate in a variety of school activities.
462
Total Students
50.6
Full-Time Teachers
9.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RENSSELAER JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White198
Hispanic72
Black72
Asian68
Two or More52
  • White
    198 (42.9%)
  • Hispanic
    72 (15.6%)
  • Black
    72 (15.6%)
  • Asian
    68 (14.7%)
  • Two or More
    52 (11.3%)
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: RENSSELAER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (518)436-8561
Website: http://www.rcsd.k12.ny.us
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 462
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 331
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 6 68
Grade 7 69
Grade 8 77
Grade 9 70
Grade 10 61
Grade 11 64
Grade 12 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for RENSSELAER JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 668
Grade 769
Grade 877
Grade 970
Grade 1061
Grade 1164
Grade 1253
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for RENSSELAER JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22648.9%
Male23651.1%
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