Serving 1,293 students in grades 9-12, Frontier Senior High School ranks in the top 10% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Frontier Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hamburg, NY, covering an area of approximately 25.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier 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
Frontier Senior High School's student population of 1,293 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,293 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
Campus Size
112 acres
School Rankings
Frontier Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier Senior High School is 0.22, 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
#391 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
88%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon, Frontier High School Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier Senior High School's ranking?
Frontier Senior High School is ranked #391 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Frontier Senior High School often compared to?
Frontier Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frontier Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Frontier Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Frontier Senior High School?
1,293 students attend Frontier Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Frontier Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier Senior High School?
Frontier 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 Frontier Senior High School offer ?
Frontier Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frontier Senior High School part of?
Frontier Senior High School is part of Frontier Central School District.
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