Auburn High School is the only public high school in Auburn, New York, U.S., a city approximately 25 miles southwest of Syracuse in central New York. As of the 2014-15 school year, the school had an enrollment of 1,238 students and 78.0 classroom teachers, for a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 15.9:1.
Serving 1,166 students in grades 9-12, Auburn High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Auburn High School's student population of 1,166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Sep 6, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Rankings
Auburn High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn High School is 0.41, 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
#1135 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
76%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Maroons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburn High School's ranking?
Auburn High School is ranked #1135 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Auburn High School often compared to?
Auburn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School, Weedsport Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Auburn High School?
The graduation rate of Auburn High School is 74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Auburn High School?
1,166 students attend Auburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Auburn High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Auburn High School?
Auburn High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Auburn High School offer ?
Auburn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Auburn High School part of?
Auburn High School is part of Auburn City School District.
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