Serving 234 students in grades 9-12, Spencer-van Etten 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 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (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 Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spencer-Van Etten High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Spencer, NY, encompassing approximately 145.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 6.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spencer-van Etten High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spencer-van Etten High School's student population of 234 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Spencer-van Etten 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 Spencer-van Etten 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
#508 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spencer-van Etten High School's ranking?
Spencer-van Etten High School is ranked #508 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Spencer-van Etten High School often compared to?
Spencer-van Etten High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waverly High School, Tioga Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spencer-van Etten High School?
The graduation rate of Spencer-van Etten High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Spencer-van Etten High School?
234 students attend Spencer-van Etten High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Spencer-van Etten High School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spencer-van Etten High School?
Spencer-van Etten High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spencer-van Etten High School offer ?
Spencer-van Etten High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spencer-van Etten High School part of?
Spencer-van Etten High School is part of Spencer-Van Etten Central School District.
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