Serving 189 students in grades 7-12, Panama High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Panama High School serves the entire district of Panama, NY, encompassing an area of 60.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with most residents living within 5 miles of it, while the furthest edge of the zone is about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panama High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Panama High School's student population of 189 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Panama High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Panama High School is 0.10, 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
#784 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
95%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panama High School's ranking?
Panama High School is ranked #784 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Panama High School often compared to?
Panama High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman High School, Southwestern Senior High School, Maple Grove Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Panama High School?
The graduation rate of Panama High School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Panama High School?
189 students attend Panama High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Panama High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panama High School?
Panama High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Panama High School offer ?
Panama High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Panama High School part of?
Panama High School is part of Panama Central School District.
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