Serving 592 students in grades 9-12, Chittenango 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chittenango High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chittenango, NY, covering approximately 64.2 square miles. Typically, it takes about 10-15 minutes to drive to the school from most areas within the zone, which extends up to 11.4 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chittenango 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
School Overview
Chittenango High School's student population of 592 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
592 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chittenango 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 Chittenango High School is 0.19, 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
#194 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chittenango High School's ranking?
Chittenango High School is ranked #194 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Chittenango High School often compared to?
Chittenango High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canastota High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chittenango High School?
The graduation rate of Chittenango High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Chittenango High School?
592 students attend Chittenango High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Chittenango High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chittenango High School?
Chittenango High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chittenango High School offer ?
Chittenango High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chittenango High School part of?
Chittenango High School is part of Chittenango Central School District.
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