Serving 2,689 students in grades 9-12, Thomas R Proctor High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas R Proctor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas R Proctor High School's student population of 2,689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 167 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
167 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas R Proctor High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas R Proctor High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
28%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas R Proctor High School's ranking?
Thomas R Proctor High School is ranked #316 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Thomas R Proctor High School often compared to?
Thomas R Proctor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitesboro High School, Rome Free Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas R Proctor High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas R Proctor High School is 86%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Thomas R Proctor High School?
2,689 students attend Thomas R Proctor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Thomas R Proctor High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas R Proctor High School?
Thomas R Proctor High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas R Proctor High School offer ?
Thomas R Proctor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas R Proctor High School part of?
Thomas R Proctor High School is part of Utica City School District.
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