Serving 323 students in grades 7-12, Onondaga Senior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 75-79% (which is higher 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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Onondaga Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nedrow, NY, covering approximately 34 square miles, with most students living within a 3.3-mile average distance from the school and a maximum of 5.8 miles from the furthest edge of the zone. Families can typically expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Onondaga Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Onondaga Senior High School's student population of 323 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'The Little School with a Big Heart'
School Rankings
Onondaga Senior High School 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 Onondaga Senior High School is 0.47, 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
#1543 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
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)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-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 Onondaga Senior High School's ranking?
Onondaga Senior High School is ranked #1543 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Onondaga Senior High School often compared to?
Onondaga Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamesville-dewitt High School, Charles W Baker High School, Marcellus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 Onondaga Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Onondaga Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Onondaga Senior High School?
323 students attend Onondaga Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Onondaga Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Onondaga Senior High School?
Onondaga 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 Onondaga Senior High School offer ?
Onondaga Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Onondaga Senior High School part of?
Onondaga Senior High School is part of Onondaga Central School District.
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