Williamsville North High School, known locally as "North" or "Will North" is a public high school in the Williamsville Central School District of Williamsville, New York. The school offers a comprehensive program with multi-level instruction in many academic areas. Andrew Bowen has been the principal since 2024.
Serving 1,306 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 98% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,306 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Williamsville North High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamsville North High School is 0.47, 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
#140 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamsville North High School's ranking?
Williamsville North High School is ranked #140 out of 4,377 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?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Williamsville North High School?
1,306 students attend Williamsville North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Williamsville North High School students are White, 14% 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 12:1, which is higher than 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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