Cicero–North Syracuse High School is an American public high school located in Cicero, New York, United States serving tenth through twelfth grade students. The school is part of the North Syracuse Central School District.
Serving 1,745 students in grades 10-12, Cicero-north Syracuse High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 10%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cicero-north Syracuse High School's student population of 1,745 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 150 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Royal blue, Kelly green
School Rankings
Cicero-north Syracuse High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cicero-north Syracuse High School is 0.38, 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
#158 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
78%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Northstars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cicero-north Syracuse High School's ranking?
Cicero-north Syracuse High School is ranked #158 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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%.
How many students attend Cicero-north Syracuse High School?
1,745 students attend Cicero-north Syracuse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cicero-north Syracuse High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
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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