West Seneca West Senior High is a public, co-educational high school in the West Seneca Central School District and serves grades nine through twelve in West Seneca, New York, United States. It is accredited by the New York State Board of Regents.
Serving 1,116 students in grades 9-12, West Seneca West Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,116 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
School Mascot
West Senior
School Rankings
West Seneca West Senior 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 West Seneca West 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
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%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
86%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: West Senior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Seneca West Senior High School's ranking?
West Seneca West Senior High School is ranked #549 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 93%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Seneca West Senior High School?
1,116 students attend West Seneca West Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Seneca West Senior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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