Serving 1,307 students in grades 9-12, Williamsville North 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Williamsville North High School serves the northern part of Buffalo, NY, covering an area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamsville North 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
Williamsville North High School's student population of 1,307 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,307 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today...Leading Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Williamsville North High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamsville North High School is 0.48, 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
#166 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
15%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
70%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamsville North High School's ranking?
Williamsville North High School is ranked #166 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Williamsville North High School often compared to?
Williamsville North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsville East High School, Williamsville South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamsville North High School?
The graduation rate of Williamsville North High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Williamsville North High School?
1,307 students attend Williamsville North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Williamsville North High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamsville North High School?
Williamsville North High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamsville North High School offer ?
Williamsville North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamsville North High School part of?
Williamsville North High School is part of Williamsville Central School District.
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