Serving 1,411 students in grades 9-12, Ithaca Senior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ithaca Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Ithaca, NY, encompassing approximately 162.2 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 9.4 miles, with the furthest edge located 14.4 miles away, resulting in a typical drive time of 15 to 20 minutes for families within the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ithaca 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
Ithaca Senior High School's student population of 1,411 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,411 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1875
School Rankings
Ithaca Senior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ithaca Senior High School is 0.58, 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
#207 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ithaca Senior High School's ranking?
Ithaca Senior High School is ranked #207 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ithaca Senior High School often compared to?
Ithaca Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lansing High School, Dryden High School, Lehman Alternative Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ithaca Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Ithaca Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Ithaca Senior High School?
1,411 students attend Ithaca Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ithaca Senior High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ithaca Senior High School?
Ithaca Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ithaca Senior High School offer ?
Ithaca Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ithaca Senior High School part of?
Ithaca Senior High School is part of Ithaca City School District.
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