Serving 372 students in grades 7-12, Chautauqua Lake Secondary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chautauqua Lake Secondary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mayville, NY, covering approximately 95.7 square miles. Families typically drive 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 11.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School is 0.10, 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
#935 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-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 Chautauqua Lake Secondary School's ranking?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School is ranked #935 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Chautauqua Lake Secondary School often compared to?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Senior High School, Maple Grove Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Chautauqua Lake Secondary School?
372 students attend Chautauqua Lake Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chautauqua Lake Secondary School offer ?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chautauqua Lake Secondary School part of?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School is part of Chautauqua Lake Central School District.
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