Serving 913 students in grades 9-12, Walter Panas High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Panas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walter Panas High School's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter Panas High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter Panas High School is 0.56, 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
#299 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
61%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Walter Panas High School's ranking?
Walter Panas High School is ranked #299 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Walter Panas High School often compared to?
Walter Panas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland High School, Yorktown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walter Panas High School?
The graduation rate of Walter Panas High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Walter Panas High School?
913 students attend Walter Panas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Walter Panas High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter Panas High School?
Walter Panas High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter Panas High School offer ?
Walter Panas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter Panas High School part of?
Walter Panas High School is part of Lakeland Central School District.
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