Serving 2,071 students in grades 9-12, Niagara Falls High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niagara Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Niagara Falls High School's student population of 2,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Niagara Falls High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niagara Falls High School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#496 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niagara Falls High School's ranking?
Niagara Falls High School is ranked #496 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Niagara Falls High School often compared to?
Niagara Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School, Barker Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niagara Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Niagara Falls High School is 67%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Niagara Falls High School?
2,071 students attend Niagara Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Niagara Falls High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niagara Falls High School?
Niagara Falls High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Niagara Falls High School offer ?
Niagara Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Niagara Falls High School part of?
Niagara Falls High School is part of Niagara Falls City School District.
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