Serving 2,034 students in grades 9-12, Niagara Falls High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,034 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Niagara Falls High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 16.8 square miles in Niagara Falls, NY. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Niagara Falls High School's student population of 2,034 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,034 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
'Learning For All... Whatever It Takes'
School Rankings
Niagara Falls High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niagara Falls High School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3388 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Niagara Falls Wolverine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niagara Falls High School's ranking?
Niagara Falls High School is ranked #3388 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Niagara Falls High School often compared to?
Niagara Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School, Barker Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niagara Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Niagara Falls High School is 83%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Niagara Falls High School?
2,034 students attend Niagara Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Niagara Falls High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niagara Falls High School?
Niagara Falls High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Niagara Falls High School offer ?
Niagara Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Niagara Falls High School part of?
Niagara Falls High School is part of Niagara Falls City School District.
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