Serving 369 students in grades 6-12, Wheatland-chili High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheatland-Chili High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Scottsville, NY, covering approximately 35.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone edge and a furthest reach of 8.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheatland-chili High School's student population of 369 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering all individuals to become motivated learners
School Rankings
Wheatland-chili High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheatland-chili High School is 0.54, 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
#2221 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
16%
15%
White
65%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheatland-chili High School's ranking?
Wheatland-chili High School is ranked #2221 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheatland-chili High School?
The graduation rate of Wheatland-chili High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wheatland-chili High School?
369 students attend Wheatland-chili High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Wheatland-chili High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheatland-chili High School?
Wheatland-chili High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wheatland-chili High School offer ?
Wheatland-chili High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wheatland-chili High School part of?
Wheatland-chili High School is part of Wheatland-Chili Central School District.
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