Serving 1,164 students in grades 9-12, Brighton High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Brighton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rochester, NY, covering approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brighton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brighton High School's student population of 1,164 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,164 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
290 students
School Rankings
Brighton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brighton High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#192 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton High School's ranking?
Brighton High School is ranked #192 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brighton High School often compared to?
Brighton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsford-mendon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brighton High School?
The graduation rate of Brighton High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Brighton High School?
1,164 students attend Brighton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Brighton High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brighton High School?
Brighton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brighton High School offer ?
Brighton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brighton High School part of?
Brighton High School is part of Brighton Central School District.
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