For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 582 students in Cortland, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in Cortland, NY is Cortland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cortland, NY public high school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Cortland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Cortland, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cortland High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Cortland, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cortland High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8 Valley View Dr
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 758-4100
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 758-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Cortland, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
89 Madison Ave
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 758-4160
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 758-4160
Gr: K-6 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Cortland County Jail (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
54 Greenbush St
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 753-5399
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 753-5399
1208 Church St
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 758-4130
Cortland, NY 13045
(607) 758-4130
Gr: K-6 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Cortland, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Cortland, NY include Cortland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Cortland?
1 public high schools are located in Cortland.
What is the racial composition of students in Cortland?
Cortland public high schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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