Jamestown High School is a public high school located in Jamestown, New York. It is the sole public high school in Jamestown. It also serves some students in the surrounding towns of Ellicott, Kiantone, Busti, and Carroll. The school educates high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
Serving 1,354 students in grades 9-12, Jamestown High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jamestown High School's student population of 1,354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1867
Colors
Red, Green
School Rankings
Jamestown High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown High School is 0.55, 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
#261 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
62%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown High School's ranking?
Jamestown High School is ranked #261 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jamestown High School often compared to?
Jamestown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Persell Middle School, George Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jamestown High School?
The graduation rate of Jamestown High School is 79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jamestown High School?
1,354 students attend Jamestown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Jamestown High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamestown High School?
Jamestown High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jamestown High School offer ?
Jamestown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jamestown High School part of?
Jamestown High School is part of Jamestown City School District.
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