Serving 234 students in grades 7-12, Mcgraw Secondary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McGraw Secondary School serves the entire district of McGraw, NY, covering an area of approximately 56.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgraw Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mcgraw Secondary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Eagles
School Rankings
Mcgraw Secondary 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 Mcgraw Secondary School is 0.13, 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
#1349 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgraw Secondary School's ranking?
Mcgraw Secondary School is ranked #1349 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mcgraw Secondary School often compared to?
Mcgraw Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cincinnatus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcgraw Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Mcgraw Secondary School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mcgraw Secondary School?
234 students attend Mcgraw Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mcgraw Secondary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcgraw Secondary School?
Mcgraw Secondary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mcgraw Secondary School offer ?
Mcgraw Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcgraw Secondary School part of?
Mcgraw Secondary School is part of Mcgraw Central School District.
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