Serving 711 students in grades 9-12, East Upper High School ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Upper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East Upper High School's student population of 711 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Upper High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Upper High School is 0.59, 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
#1497 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
52%
16%
White
8%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Upper High School's ranking?
East Upper High School is ranked #1497 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Upper High School?
The graduation rate of East Upper High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend East Upper High School?
711 students attend East Upper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of East Upper High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Upper High School?
East Upper High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Upper High School offer ?
East Upper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Upper High School part of?
East Upper High School is part of Rochester City School District.
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