Serving 1,014 students in grades 9-12, North Tonawanda High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Tonawanda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Tonawanda High School's student population of 1,014 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,014 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Tonawanda High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Tonawanda High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1014 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
89%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Tonawanda High School's ranking?
North Tonawanda High School is ranked #1014 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are North Tonawanda High School often compared to?
North Tonawanda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School, Starpoint High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Tonawanda High School?
The graduation rate of North Tonawanda High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Tonawanda High School?
1,014 students attend North Tonawanda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of North Tonawanda High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Tonawanda High School?
North Tonawanda High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Tonawanda High School offer ?
North Tonawanda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Tonawanda High School part of?
North Tonawanda High School is part of North Tonawanda City School District.
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