Serving 1,349 students in grades 9-12, West Genesee Senior 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 94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Genesee Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Genesee Senior High School's student population of 1,349 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Genesee Senior High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)97%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
86%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Genesee Senior High School often compared to?
West Genesee Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westhill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Genesee Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Genesee Senior High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Genesee Senior High School?
1,349 students attend West Genesee Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Genesee Senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Genesee Senior High School?
West Genesee Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Genesee Senior High School offer ?
West Genesee Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Genesee Senior High School part of?
West Genesee Senior High School is part of West Genesee Central School District.
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