Serving 499 students in grades 9-12, Oneonta Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Oneonta Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Oneonta, NY, encompassing approximately 49.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oneonta Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oneonta Senior High School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Oneonta Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oneonta Senior High School is 0.41, 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
#1255 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)25.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oneonta Senior High School's ranking?
Oneonta Senior High School is ranked #1255 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Oneonta Senior High School often compared to?
Oneonta Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooperstown Junior/senior High School, Unatego Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oneonta Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Oneonta Senior High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Oneonta Senior High School?
499 students attend Oneonta Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Oneonta Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oneonta Senior High School?
Oneonta Senior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oneonta Senior High School offer ?
Oneonta Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oneonta Senior High School part of?
Oneonta Senior High School is part of Oneonta City School District.
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