Saratoga County Student Athletes Score High Marks on and off the Field

School districts across the county are celebrating successes on and off the field as the list of scholar athlete teams was announced. 

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) announced its list of scholar-athlete teams Dec. 11. To qualify for the list, 75% of a team roster must have a 90.0% average or higher across all their classes for the designated marking period. 

Across the 12 school districts and private high schools in Saratoga County, 114 teams met this threshold — equating to 1,305 student athletes. 

The Saratoga Springs High School had the most athletes with 219 student athletes scoring a 90 or above average across the 13 teams it fielded. Shenendehowa wasn’t far behind with 216 student athletes across 13 teams. 

“The Scholar-Athlete program remains one of the most meaningful recognitions we provide as an Association,” said Dr. Robert Zayas, NYSPHSAA Executive Director. “The dedication shown by these student-athletes, balancing rigorous academic responsibilities with their commitments to interscholastic athletics, is truly remarkable.” 

School Breakdown 

Ballston Spa- 137 athletes across 11 teams 

Burnt Hills- Ballston Lake- 172 athletes across 12 teams

Corinth- 62 athletes across 9 teams

Galway- 50 athletes across 5 teams

Mechanicville- 85 athletes across 8 teams

Saratoga Catholic- 50 athletes across 7 teams

Saratoga Springs- 219 athletes across 13 teams 

Schuylerville- 96 athletes across 9 teams. 

Shen- 216 athletes across 13 teams

South Glens Falls- 125 athletes across 12 teams

Stillwater- 51 athletes across 7 teams 

Waterford- 42 athletes across 8 teams