Ontech Charter High School serves 254 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ontech Charter High School's student population of 254 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ontech Charter High School is 0.37, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
78%
15%
White
9%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
82%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Ontech Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Ontech Charter High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ontech Charter High School?
254 students attend Ontech Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ontech Charter High School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ontech Charter High School?
Ontech Charter High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ontech Charter High School offer ?
Ontech Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ontech Charter High School part of?
Ontech Charter High School is part of Ontech Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Ontech Charter High School located?
Ontech Charter High School is located in the Far Westside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Far Westside.
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