Serving 919 students in grades 9-12, Pittsford-mendon High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsford-Mendon High School serves the southern part of Pittsford, NY, covering an area of approximately 18.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the school's boundaries and a maximum distance of 4 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsford-mendon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pittsford-mendon High School's student population of 919 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
919 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pittsford-mendon High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsford-mendon High School is 0.52, 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
#58 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
≥99%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsford-mendon High School's ranking?
Pittsford-mendon High School is ranked #58 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pittsford-mendon High School often compared to?
Pittsford-mendon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsford Sutherland High School, Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsford-mendon High School?
The graduation rate of Pittsford-mendon High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Pittsford-mendon High School?
919 students attend Pittsford-mendon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pittsford-mendon High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsford-mendon High School?
Pittsford-mendon High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pittsford-mendon High School offer ?
Pittsford-mendon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pittsford-mendon High School part of?
Pittsford-mendon High School is part of Pittsford Central School District.
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