Serving 1,129 students in grades 9-12, West Seneca West Senior High School ranks in the top 10% 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 98% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Seneca West Senior 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
School Overview
West Seneca West Senior High School's student population of 1,129 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Seneca West Senior 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 West Seneca West Senior High School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
88%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Seneca West Senior High School's ranking?
West Seneca West Senior High School is ranked #378 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Seneca West Senior High School often compared to?
West Seneca West Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Seneca East Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Seneca West Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Seneca West Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Seneca West Senior High School?
1,129 students attend West Seneca West Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Seneca West Senior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Seneca West Senior High School?
West Seneca West 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 Seneca West Senior High School offer ?
West Seneca West Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Seneca West Senior High School part of?
West Seneca West Senior High School is part of West Seneca Central School District.
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