In the 2025-26 school year, Herkimer High School had 20 multiracial students enrolled—a decrease of 28.6% from the prior year, according to the New York State Education Department.
The school reported a total enrollment of 321 students, with multiracial students representing 6.2% of the population, making it the second-largest ethnic group at Herkimer High School.
Herkimer High School is part of Herkimer Central School District, which has its central office in Herkimer.
Out of the district’s two schools, Herkimer Elementary School had the highest number of multiracial students during that period, enrolling 23 students.
According to analysis by World Population Review, New York’s public education system was ranked second in the U.S. but placed 31st for K-12 performance.
| Year | Total School Enrollment | Number of Multiracial Students | Multiracial Students % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 321 | 20 | 6.2% |
| 2024-25 | 536 | 28 | 5.2% |
| 2023-24 | 543 | 23 | 4.2% |
| 2022-23 | 578 | 23 | 4% |
Information in this article is from the New York State Education Department. The original data is available here.





