Serving 427 students in grades 9-12, Penn Yan Academy 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Penn Yan Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Penn Yan, NY, encompassing approximately 182.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Yan Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Penn Yan Academy's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penn Yan Academy 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 Penn Yan Academy is 0.15, 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
#759 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Yan Academy's ranking?
Penn Yan Academy is ranked #759 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Penn Yan Academy often compared to?
Penn Yan Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dundee Junior-senior High School, Marcus Whitman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penn Yan Academy?
The graduation rate of Penn Yan Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Penn Yan Academy?
427 students attend Penn Yan Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Penn Yan Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Yan Academy?
Penn Yan Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Penn Yan Academy offer ?
Penn Yan Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Yan Academy part of?
Penn Yan Academy is part of Penn Yan Central School District.
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