Corcoran High School is a public high school located in Syracuse, New York, having approximately 1800 students. In 2005, it became a member of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. The principal is Amber Adams.
Serving 1,338 students in grades 9-12, Corcoran High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Corcoran High School serves the southern part of Syracuse, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corcoran High School's student population of 1,338 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Corcoran High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corcoran High School is 0.62, 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
#3020 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corcoran High School's ranking?
Corcoran High School is ranked #3020 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Corcoran High School often compared to?
Corcoran High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nottingham High School, Henninger High School, Jamesville-dewitt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corcoran High School?
The graduation rate of Corcoran High School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Corcoran High School?
1,338 students attend Corcoran High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Corcoran High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corcoran High School?
Corcoran High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Corcoran High School offer ?
Corcoran High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Corcoran High School part of?
Corcoran High School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Corcoran High School located?
Corcoran High School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Southside.
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