Ogdensburg Free Academy is a public high school in Ogdensburg, New York. It consists of around 750 or more students in the 7th through 12th grade. The famous Golden Dome is located on State Street and attracts residents from across the North Country.
Serving 646 students in grades 7-12, Ogdensburg Free Academy ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ogdensburg Free Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ogdensburg school district, covering approximately 24.3 square miles. This area typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ogdensburg Free Academy's student population of 646 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1868
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Ogdensburg Free Academy 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 Ogdensburg Free Academy is 0.04, 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
#1840 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Devil
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ogdensburg Free Academy's ranking?
Ogdensburg Free Academy is ranked #1840 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ogdensburg Free Academy often compared to?
Ogdensburg Free Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lisbon Central School, Heuvelton Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ogdensburg Free Academy?
The graduation rate of Ogdensburg Free Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Ogdensburg Free Academy?
646 students attend Ogdensburg Free Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ogdensburg Free Academy students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ogdensburg Free Academy?
Ogdensburg Free Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ogdensburg Free Academy offer ?
Ogdensburg Free Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ogdensburg Free Academy part of?
Ogdensburg Free Academy is part of Ogdensburg City School District.
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