Serving 366 students in grades 7-12, Chautauqua Lake Secondary 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 70-74% (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 5% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Chautauqua Lake Secondary 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 Chautauqua Lake Secondary School is 0.10, 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
#935 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Chautauqua Lake Secondary School's ranking?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School is ranked #935 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Chautauqua Lake Secondary School often compared to?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Senior High School, Maple Grove 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chautauqua Lake Secondary School?
366 students attend Chautauqua Lake Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chautauqua Lake Secondary School?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chautauqua Lake Secondary School offer ?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chautauqua Lake Secondary School part of?
Chautauqua Lake Secondary School is part of Chautauqua Lake Central School District.
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