Serving 1,748 students in grades 10-12, Cicero-north Syracuse High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cicero-north Syracuse High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cicero-north Syracuse High School's student population of 1,748 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,748 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate all students to the highest levels of academic achievement and prepare them to be productive, responsible, ethical, creative and compassionate members of society.
School Rankings
Cicero-north Syracuse High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cicero-north Syracuse High School is 0.43, 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
#461 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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)30.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Kelly green
School Mascot
Northstars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cicero-north Syracuse High School's ranking?
Cicero-north Syracuse High School is ranked #461 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cicero-north Syracuse High School often compared to?
Cicero-north Syracuse High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liverpool High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cicero-north Syracuse High School?
The graduation rate of Cicero-north Syracuse High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Cicero-north Syracuse High School?
1,748 students attend Cicero-north Syracuse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cicero-north Syracuse High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cicero-north Syracuse High School?
Cicero-north Syracuse High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cicero-north Syracuse High School offer ?
Cicero-north Syracuse High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cicero-north Syracuse High School part of?
Cicero-north Syracuse High School is part of North Syracuse Central School District.
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