Fairport High School is a public high school serving the tenth through twelfth grades in the Village of Fairport and most of the Town of Perinton, New York. It is part of the Fairport Central School District.
Serving 1,245 students in grades 10-12, Fairport Senior High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairport Senior 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
Fairport Senior High School's student population of 1,245 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Red, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Fairport Senior High School ranks within the top 1% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairport Senior High School is 0.32, 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
#31 out of 4346 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
82%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairport Senior High School's ranking?
Fairport Senior High School is ranked #31 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fairport Senior High School often compared to?
Fairport Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton High School, Penfield Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairport Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Fairport Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fairport Senior High School?
1,245 students attend Fairport Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Fairport Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairport Senior High School?
Fairport Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fairport Senior High School offer ?
Fairport Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairport Senior High School part of?
Fairport Senior High School is part of Fairport Central School District.
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