Serving 434 students in grades 9-12, Solvay High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Solvay High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Syracuse, NY, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solvay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Solvay High School's student population of 434 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Solvay 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 Solvay High School is 0.54, 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
#1928 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
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 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Solvay High School's ranking?
Solvay High School is ranked #1928 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Solvay High School often compared to?
Solvay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Genesee Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Solvay High School?
The graduation rate of Solvay High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Solvay High School?
434 students attend Solvay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Solvay High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solvay High School?
Solvay High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Solvay High School offer ?
Solvay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Solvay High School part of?
Solvay High School is part of Solvay Union Free School District.
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