Anthony A. Henninger High School is a high school in the Syracuse City School District. Henninger is the largest of the four high schools in the district with an enrollment of approximately 1800 students.
Serving 1,483 students in grades 9-12, Henninger High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 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 40-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 1,483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henninger High School serves the northeast part of Syracuse, NY, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henninger High School's student population of 1,483 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,483 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Henninger High School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
62%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
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
69%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Black Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Henninger High School often compared to?
Henninger High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nottingham 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henninger High School?
The graduation rate of Henninger High School is 69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Henninger High School?
1,483 students attend Henninger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Henninger High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henninger High School?
Henninger High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henninger High School offer ?
Henninger High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henninger High School part of?
Henninger High School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Henninger High School located?
Henninger High School is located in the Eastwood neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastwood.
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