Massena Central High School is a four-year public high school located in Massena, New York, for students in grades 9 through 12. It is one of five schools, and the only high school, in the Massena Central School District.
Serving 743 students in grades 9-12, Massena Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower 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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Massena Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Massena Senior High School's student population of 743 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
743 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Motto
We aspire to be a leading educational community that values diversity and prepares students to meet today’s goals and tomorrow’s opportunities.
School Rankings
Massena Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Massena Senior High School is 0.35, 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
#1571 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
16%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Massena Senior High School's ranking?
Massena Senior High School is ranked #1571 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Massena Senior High School often compared to?
Massena Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Potsdam Senior High School, Saint Lawrence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Massena Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Massena Senior High School is 86%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Massena Senior High School?
743 students attend Massena Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Massena Senior High School students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Massena Senior High School?
Massena 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 Massena Senior High School offer ?
Massena Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Massena Senior High School part of?
Massena Senior High School is part of Massena Central School District.
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