Canandaigua Academy is a high school in Canandaigua, New York, United States. It is part of the Canandaigua City School District. The school was named a national Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education in 1996. Jamie Farr is the Superintendent of Schools.
Serving 1,035 students in grades 9-12, Canandaigua Academy ranks in the top 1% 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 98% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canandaigua Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canandaigua Academy's student population of 1,035 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
1791
Colors
Grey, Cerise
School Rankings
Canandaigua Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canandaigua Academy is 0.24, 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
#15 out of 4377 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
87%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gray Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canandaigua Academy's ranking?
Canandaigua Academy is ranked #15 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Canandaigua Academy often compared to?
Canandaigua Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Victor Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canandaigua Academy?
The graduation rate of Canandaigua Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Canandaigua Academy?
1,035 students attend Canandaigua Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Canandaigua Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canandaigua Academy?
Canandaigua Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canandaigua Academy offer ?
Canandaigua Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canandaigua Academy part of?
Canandaigua Academy is part of Canandaigua City School District.
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