For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 557 students in 13617, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in 13617, NY is H C Williams Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 13617 have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 13617, NY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 13617 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is H C Williams Senior High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 13617, NY Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
H C Williams Senior High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
99 State St
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 386-8561
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 386-8561
Gr: 9-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Saint Lawrence-lewis Boces
Special Education School
40 W Main St
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 386-4504
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 386-4504
Gr: K-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
13617, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Lawrence Correctional Facility Elementary School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
17 Commerce Lane
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 379-2430
Canton, NY 13617
(315) 379-2430
Gr: 9-11 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 13617, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 13617, NY include H C Williams Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 13617?
2 public high schools are located in 13617.
What is the racial composition of students in 13617?
13617 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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